As the new year begins, often it is a time when people begin budgeting. In the cattle business, the drought… read more

You’ve probably seen it more than once – a beautiful, perfectly formed and apparently healthy calf that just has no… read more

The question that has been asked forever, or at least as long as we have been breeding cattle with a… read more

Last year, I mentioned to my husband that I wished the weather was more characteristic of the season.  This year,… read more

Determining proper mineral supplementation merits more thought than simply going to the feed store, grabbing a few bags or a… read more

The highest quality vaccine that producers purchase may be of little value if not handled and stored properly.  Even experienced… read more

For ranchers on a fall weaning schedule, considering factors that impact calf health and wellbeing can help prevent calf loss,… read more

After examining the data, one parameter stood out as a key indicator of calves experiencing acidosis (low blood pH) —… read more

As the weaning pens fill and calves are sexed and sorted the second most important decision of the year begins.… read more

Winter feed is one of the greatest costs of cow-calf production. The base ingredient in winter rations is usually standing… read more