Winter pastures could reduce supplementation and feeding costs
Planting winter pastures this fall could reduce and likely eliminate the need for cattle producers to buy expensive protein and energy supplements this winter.
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Feeding alternatives in a forage deficit
Based on the calls and e-mails we've received over the past week or so, it appears most cattlemen have similar concerns - what are my feed alternatives?
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Feeding drought-damaged corn to livestock
High temperatures and sustained drought have resulted in severe damage to many corn fields, which now are unlikely to produce economic grain yields.
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April beef management calendar
Remember to follow these beef cattle management tips as temperatures get warmer.
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Winter feeding - A look back
These warmer winter temperatures and open foraging ground may get you wondering if you can cut back supplementation all together in a winter like this, leaving the cows to maintain themselves on available forage.
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Grass tetany: Be aware of the risk
If spring snows and rains develop as we need them to, grass will grow rapidly and is a concern for cattle producers.
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Take advantage of this market
According to the most recent U.S.Drought Monitor, the majority of Arkansas, has returned to normal soil moisture, while areas from central Kansas and south through Texas and regions of the southwestern U.S. remain in a moderate to exceptional drought intensity.
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Beef cow mineral approach: Determine the needs, match the source
All cows, feeds and minerals are not created equal. Performance objectives and reproductive efficiency are dictated by recognizing the cow’s mineral needs as they apply to her stage of production.
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Supplementing winter rations with grain
Maintaining our cows through the various stages of pregnancy, especially through the winter months, has some unique challenges, especially when feeding low quality forages.
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Adding supplements to cattle diets
Adding nutrient supplements to beef cattle feeding on lower quality forages is a popular management tool for livestock producers.
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Sufficient nutrients vital for beef cows
Winter forage may not provide cattle with enough nutrients.
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