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Checklist to Pasture Turnout
When preparing to turn your herd out to pasture, there are a few management decisions that need to be made. Having a simple checklist is an easy way to make sure you are prepared.
Utilizing Embryo Transfer or Artificial Insemination in Your Operation
In this episode of Cattle HQ, join Kiernan Brandt and Olivia Amundson, SDSU Extension Cow/Calf Field Specialists as they sit down to talk with Dr. Jessica Drum about comparing embryo transfer with artificial insemination.
Considerations for Beef Producers Following a Flood Event
In the aftermath of a flood event, there are several different items to be considered for beef herds. View some tips and resources for protecting your family, your herd, and your bottom line following a flood.
Toe Abscess (Toe Tip Necrosis) in Feeder Cattle
Toe abscess (toe tip necrosis) is most commonly seen in feedlot cattle and is likely subsequent to excessive abrasive damage to the hoof, especially the toe tip. Feet may become infected when the white line is damaged which opens the claw to bacteria, dirt and manure.
Waddle We Do? Rethinking Cattle & Conservation
During this episode of Cattle HQ, Madison Kovarna sits down with Adam Grimm and his daughter Madison Grimm to chat about how cattle and ducks may not be so distantly connected after all.
Summer Lawn Care: Mowing, Weed Control and Watering Practices
During a summer of drought, the extreme heat, lack of rainfall and invasion of pests can really take a toll on our turf. Learn some general concepts of summer lawn care and techniques to help your lawn through difficult summer months.
Ensuring Quality Milk Replacer Through Proper Storage
Milk is the source of nutrients in newborn mammals. When mother’s milk is not available, a milk replacer is utilized. To ensure the proper growth and health of the young newborn, it is critical provide a quality milk replacer and proper storage of this product is a key component for success.
Roughage Use in Finishing Cattle Diets
Research has found that greater incorporation of roughage in cattle diets may reduce the risk of digestive upset and simplify management with minimal efficiency losses.
Cattle Weights Responding to Markets
Recent values reported by the USDA National Agricultural Statistics Service indicate another increase in the value of cattle production at the state level for the year. The high price levels are also strong incentives to deliver pounds and calves to the market.
Receiving Management Matters
There are multiple factors that influence cattle help during transportation and receiving. Proper management during these events can avoid negative implications to health and performance.