What are Your Options with Wet Hay?
Top 5 Takeaways Wet bales are at risk for combustion; store appropriately and check temperatures. Anything above 170°F is high… read more
Top 10 Ways to Make Cow Herds More Profitable
Noble Research Institute livestock consultant Robert Wells offers best management practices that can help ranchers survive market- and weather-related disruptions… read more
How Shade and Water Impact Performance
Summertime in July means there are often two pasture requirements: shade and reliable water. There is plenty of debate whether… read more
How to use garlic powder for fly control in your herd
Lots of folks may be curious about how to feed garlic but don't know where to start. Here are six… read more
Will It Be Profitable to Creep Feed in 2023?
This week we revisit the question of the profitability of creep feeding. As a general rule of thumb, in most… read more
What Does Pinkeye Cost?
Green grass and summertime are upon us in South Dakota. That means pairs are headed to pasture for the summer.… read more
Managing calf market risk with LRP in 2023
Current prices for 600-pound calves in Nebraska are in the mid-$200 range. These prices have cow-calf producers optimistic about profits… read more
Do Heifers Have More Potential Value Than Steers?
When going out to tag calves, most cow-calf producers would prefer to find a new bull calf rather than a… read more
Mapping is a Key Part of Spring Leafy Spurge Control Strategy
The bright yellow-green of leafy spurge can put a damper on the joy of spring green-up. The noxious weed is… read more
Expect Changes in the Use of Growth-promoting Implants in Cattle
Implants for beef cattle are placed under the skin of the ear and promote growth and improve feed efficiency. “The… read more
