Tips for Managing Calving in Muddy Conditions
Because of health concerns, it is important to reduce the effects of mud in calving areas. The following are a… read more
Avoiding The Calfcicle: Calving in Winter Weather
Calving season is just around the corner or has already arrived for many. Preparing in advance, particularly for those facing… read more
New BEEF cowherd genetics survey
We at BEEF magazine always want to know what’s of prime importance to the U.S. beef industry. In November 2024… read more
Can Pine Needles Cause Abortions in Cows?
Can pine needles cause abortions in cows? The short answer is “yes.” Pine needle abortion can cause significant losses for… read more
A New Year’s resolution for bull buyers: Know your herd
Spring bull buying season is near. The question that all potential bull (and semen) buyers need to ask is, “What… read more
Preparing for Spring Grazing After a Dry Fall: Strategies for Ranchers
Dry fall conditions can have cascading effects on grazing systems, particularly in the Northern Great Plains, where rangelands and pastures… read more
7 Ways to Help Beef Producers Evaluate Potential Replacement Heifers
One of the questions veterinarians are helping cow/calf producers answer is whether it’s a better decision to raise their own… read more
Fall and Winter Management Strategies for the Cow Herd – Sample, Test, Inventory and Stage Harvested Hay
Testing and organizing hay by quality and nutritional content can help make sure cows are getting their nutritional needs met… read more
NCBA Releases Findings from Cattle Producer Tax Survey
Many farms and ranches are family owned and need tax policy that helps them stay in business. The National Cattlemen’s… read more
Ultrasound Technology Helps Veterinarian Stage Pregnancy, Identify Gender in Beef Cattle
While many U.S. beef producers work with their veterinarian to do pregnancy checks, a large percentage still don’t. As recently… read more
