Considerations necessary when implanting heifer calves
Heifer calves share the same economic benefits from implants as their steer mates but require a strategic approach to labeled implants and the timing of their use.
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BeefTalk: May calving brings May flowers
What changed? The center delayed bull turnout to Aug. 1 for a May 10 calving start date.
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Calculating the success of an A.I. program
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.
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As the temperature rises, so do water requirements
Water is the most important nutrient for general animal wellbeing. If water intake drops below required levels, then decreased feed conversion, stressed cattle and dehydration will result.
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Producers should guard against heat stress in cattle
Old Man Winter held on longer than usual this year, but now summertime temperatures are taking hold, providing ample reason for cattle producers to guard against heat stress in their herds.
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BeefTalk: To pass, 60 percent must calve in 21 days
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.
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Cow-calf corner: Realistic AI expectations
Glenn Selk helps producers set realistic expectations for artificial insemination success rates.
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BeefTalk: Watch the bulls because they don't get a day off
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.
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Realistic expectations for estrous synchronization and AI
Producers that are wanting to improve the genetic makeup of their beef herds very often turn to artificial insemination (AI) as a tool to accomplish that goal.
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Why do the heifers get to decide who breeds the cows?
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.
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Insurance for your breeding season
I seem to receive this call 6-8 times each year. This particular rancher had just finished getting his cows diagnosed for pregnancy. He had 43 cows falling calving cows.
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- Commentary: New rules un-COOL
- Former Eastern Livestock CEO, CFO sentenced for federal crimes
- TSCRA works with sale barns to catch Houston cattle thief
- NASA backs 3D food printer to feed growing population
- More beef cows in worst drought regions than a year ago
- Post-tornado composting a solution for disposal of dead livestock
