Estrous Synchronization

Realistic expectations for estrous synchronization and AI
04/29/2013 1:45:37 PM
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. FULL STORY »

Now is the time to use estrous synchronization
04/12/2013 2:00:20 PM
For many cow-calf producers, the spring calving season is likely in full-swing or coming to an end. FULL STORY »

Prior planning important for successful estrus synchronization
03/13/2013 9:59:12 AM
Many cow-calf producers in Nebraska are in the midst of calving season or will soon be starting. FULL STORY »

Don’t let those heifers slip now
03/04/2013 2:48:57 PM
As we get closer to April and the breeding season for replacement heifers that are destined for a spring calving herd, proper nutritional management is more important than ever. FULL STORY »

Successful synchronization
02/10/2013 8:05:00 AM
Mike Smith, University of Missouri animal scientist, talks about how to get good results with an estrus synchronization program and why it matters. FULL STORY »

Resynchronization: An option for the small cow-calf rancher
03/16/2012 2:04:26 PM
I had a meeting last month comparing the costs per pregnancy for natural service and estrous synchronization and AI. FULL STORY »

Improving on a common synchronization protocol for heifers
11/09/2011 1:57:43 PM
Estrous synchronization and artificial insemination have potential to increase genetic improvement, calf uniformity and improve calf weaning weight in beef cattle operations. FULL STORY »

Cattle estrus detection
10/05/2011 4:25:35 PM
Successful AI programs frequently depend on accurate heat detection. Determining the onset of estrus is often improved by the use of heat detection aids and time observing cattle. FULL STORY »

Heat stress can reduce pregnancy rates
05/31/2011 9:11:06 AM
The effects of heat stress on reproductive performance of beef cows has been discussed by many animal scientists in a variety of ways. FULL STORY »

Good nutrition vital from calving to breeding
03/28/2011 2:02:07 PM
A cow herd's greatest nutrient requirements occur immediately after calving and continue through peak milk production. FULL STORY »

Choosing the estrous synchronization protocol For your AI program
03/14/2011 1:14:39 PM
Beef producers that use artificial insemination in their breeding program use estrus synchronization to better utilize their labor resources both during breeding and calving seasons. FULL STORY »

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