http://www.cattlenetwork.com/cattle-resources/cow-calf/management RSS Feed for Cow Calf - Management en-us Fri, 10 May 2013 14:04:04 GMT http://www.cattlenetwork.com/cattle-resources/cow-calf/management/BeefTalk-To-pass-60-percent-must-calve-in-21-days-206913511.html As the calving season winds down, check the calving book. Count the number of cows that calved within 21 days from when the third mature cow calved. Keep counting until you get to the end of the calving book. http://www.cattlenetwork.com/cattle-resources/cow-calf/management/Calf-implants-Usedont-use-at-grass-time-204297651.html While the performance benefits of implanting calves through the suckling phase is well documented, many cattlemen choose not to employ this management practice in their operations. http://www.cattlenetwork.com/cattle-resources/cow-calf/management/BeefTalk-Good-marketing-captures-available-dollars-200503851.html Cattle producers need to set focused, systematic goals to capture more net dollars. When the discussion rests on the income side, marketing is the focus. http://www.cattlenetwork.com/cattle-resources/cow-calf/management/BeefTalk-Looking-for-200-199538551.html Traditionally, income would be seen as a positive influence and expenses a negative in beef herds. http://www.cattlenetwork.com/cattle-resources/cow-calf/management/Re-warming-methods-for-cold-stressed-newborn-calves-185891502.html Last winter was one of the mildest winters in recent history and so far this winter, most of Oklahoma has escaped any sub-zero temperatures. Nonetheless, before the spring calving season is over, there is a chance that some calves will be born in very cold winter temperatures. http://www.cattlenetwork.com/cattle-resources/cow-calf/management/Parasites-affecting-southeastern-states-173769441.html Dr. Doug Ensley, a Professional Services Veterinarian for Boehringer Ingelheim Vetmedica, Inc., discusses parasites that affect the southeastern states and explains the importance of using name brand products over generic. http://www.cattlenetwork.com/cattle-resources/cow-calf/management/Diagnostics-can-help-producers-decide-on-fall-parasite-control-173766841.html Dr. Mac Devin, a Professional Services Veterinarian for Boehringer Ingelheim Vetmedica, Inc., says diagnostics can help producers make better decisions on fall parasite control. http://www.cattlenetwork.com/cattle-resources/cow-calf/management/Bringing-in-new-cattle-Keep-an-eye-out-for-trichomoniasis-173756781.html The days of trichomoniasis being known as a western states problem may be coming to an end. With consecutive drought years through many of the cow-calf regions of the country, trich is being found in new areas and cattlemen are feeling its impact. http://www.cattlenetwork.com/cattle-resources/cow-calf/management/Fall-parasite-control--Make-the-most-of-short-forage--173754881.html Despite dry pasture conditions across the United States, internal and external parasites will continue to challenge beef cattle operations heading into fall and winter. An effective parasite control program in the fall can help cattle maintain body condition and make the most of purchased feedstuffs. http://www.cattlenetwork.com/cattle-resources/cow-calf/management/The-impact-of-hot-weather-on-bull-fertility-164289086.html Several research trials have been conducted throughout the years looking at the effect of high temperatures on bull fertility. Certainly that research has importance to many Southern Plains cattlemen in the summer of 2012.