Herd Immunity an Important Concept
The goal of herd immunity is the reduction of infection or disease in a population’s susceptible segment. The term “herd… read more
Long hay feeding seasons and long calving seasons: What’s the root cause?
Why do we allow our operations to carry on with these bad habits when there are lower-cost strategies out there?… read more
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6 ways to prepare calves for fall markets
COVID-19-related impacts on the beef industry have many producers wondering when the best time is to market this year’s calf… read more
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5 tips for maximizing ROI from calf vaccinations
An effective vaccination program helps set your calves up for success. Vaccine is a buzzword in today’s news headlines as… read more
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Self Employed?
So, you want to be among the self-employed, is that what I hear you saying? It’s a long and usually… read more
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LOOKING AHEAD
COVID-19 is leaving its mark on all the world, except maybe the politicians. You see little in their platforms that… read more
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Get those Calves Ready to Go
Weaning time is coming on. For some, it may be coming quickly. That means now is the time to start… read more
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FALL Cow & Calf Management
MSU Extension has put together a Fall Cow and Calf Management Webinar Series with a great line up of speakers.… read more
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Timing is Everything
Management for a short postpartum interval can improve cow stayability. By Dr. Rachel Endecott, Director of DNA Research Management SIMMENTAL.org… read more
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A Bitter Wind at a Shaky Time, and Iowa Is Left Reeling
Corn plants after a storm in Tama, Iowa. State officials estimate that as many as 14 million acres of farmland… read more
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