Our Experts
Cattle HQ
The podcast for cow/calf producers interested in cutting-edge information about cow/calf production from experts and producers in nutrition, reproduction, health and economics. Hosted by SDSU Extension Cow/Calf Field Specialists Robin Salverson and Taylor Grussing. Cattle HQ will release new episodes every other week.
Topics
Herd Health and Quality Assurance
Marketing and Economics
Featured Resources
Beef: Best Management Practices for Cow-Calf Production
This comprehensive book provides producers with insight and education into the latest beef management, handling practices and technology.
Beef Management & Reproduction Report Card
SDSU Extension tool for producers to track the critical management factors that affect reproductive success in beef cattle.
Beef Cattle Budgets
What does it cost to maintain a cow for the year? This is a common question asked by producers across the nation.
Our Programs
Upcoming Events
Virtual Fence Workshop
SDSU Extension and the South Dakota Society for Range Management will host a Virtual Fence Workshop, June 23-24, in Rapid City.
The Value of Plant Diversity for Land and Livestock Cattle HQ Live
Join SDSU Extension's beef team to gain valuable insights to improve the health, productivity and profitability of your herd. This month, we will discuss the value of plant diversity for the benefits of pasture health and grazing livestock nutrition.
Siouxland Feedlot Forum
SDSU Extension and Nebraska Extension will host the Siouxland Feedlot Forum on June 16 from 8:00 a.m.-3:30 p.m. (385 East 4th St, South Sioux City, NE 68776).
South Dakota Youth Beef Summit
The South Dakota Youth Beef Summit is a program for youth ages 12-21 interested in learning more about the beef industry. This event will take place on July 14, from 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. MT at the Cottonwood Field Station.
Weather and Climate Trends for South Dakota & Seasonal Outlook Cattle HQ Live
Join SDSU Extension's beef team to gain valuable insights to improve the health, productivity and profitability of your herd. This month, we will discuss temperature and precipitation trends for South Dakota and projections for the coming decades.
Navigating a Cut Sheet From Your Locker Cattle HQ Live
Join SDSU Extension's beef team to gain valuable insights to improve the health, productivity and profitability of your herd. This month, we will discuss how to navigate the language of the cut sheet to make sure you get what you want.
