DNA Profiling http://www.cattlenetwork.com/cattle-resources/dna-profiling RSS Feed for DNA Profiling en-us Wed, 22 May 2013 19:30:00 GMT Calculating the success of an A.I. program http://www.cattlenetwork.com/cattle-resources/dna-profiling/Calculating-the-success-of-an-AI-program-208530751.html In this neck of the woods, there is nothing better than having coffee shop bragging rights. However, in many cases those bragging rights leave out a few important details. Beef bull management refresher http://www.cattlenetwork.com/cattle-resources/dna-profiling/Beef-bull-management-refresher-207914181.html At first glance, the life of the herd bull looks pretty easy. Work 2-3 months of the year and get the rest of the year for rest and relaxation. Look back at calving season and start to make improvements now http://www.cattlenetwork.com/cattle-resources/dna-profiling/Look-back-at-calving-season-and-start-to-make-improvements-now-207243871.html Only 1 to 2 months ago the spring calving cows were calving, the temperatures were colder and the calving pastures were covered with muck and manure. Cow-calf corner: Realistic AI expectations http://www.cattlenetwork.com/cattle-resources/dna-profiling/Cow-calf-corner-Realistic-AI-expectations-206027111.html Glenn Selk helps producers set realistic expectations for artificial insemination success rates. BeefTalk: Watch the bulls because they don't get a day off http://www.cattlenetwork.com/cattle-resources/dna-profiling/BeefTalk-Watch-the-bulls-because-they-dont-get-a-day-off-205971681.html Although spring seems to be taking a long time getting here, once it does, time will fly. In the rush, don't forget to keep an eye on the bulls. How technology is impacting the beef industry http://www.cattlenetwork.com/cattle-resources/dna-profiling/How-technology-is-impacting-the-beef-industry-205629551.html Jack Holden, owner of Holden Herefords, Valier, Montana, discussed the tremendous impact technology is having on the beef industry. Why do the heifers get to decide who breeds the cows? http://www.cattlenetwork.com/cattle-resources/dna-profiling/Why-do-the-heifers-get-to-decide-who-breeds-the-cows-204715491.html Late April is a busy and exciting time of year for the typical cow-calf producer. Winter has given way to spring as temperatures slowly rise and grass begins to green up and grow. Simplified selection http://www.cattlenetwork.com/cattle-resources/dna-profiling/Simplified-selection-204307311.html The dollar-beef ($B) index helps cattlemen select for cattle that perform and grade. Megan Rolf, Oklahoma State University animal scientist, discusses how to use such selection indexes effectively. Small producers should manage bulls during breeding http://www.cattlenetwork.com/cattle-resources/dna-profiling/Small-producers-should-manage-bulls-during-breeding-201089631.html By the beginning of April, most cow-calf producers in the Southern Great Plains are a few weeks away from the start of the breeding season and are wrap­ping up routine preparation of bulls before turn-out. Bull buyers select for profitability traits http://www.cattlenetwork.com/cattle-resources/dna-profiling/Bull-buyers-select-for-profitability-traits-200627671.html As bull buying season begins, beef cow-calf producers are encouraged to prioritize profitability traits. Identifying bulls with well-balanced traits that meet the priorities of a particular operation is critical.