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Fetal Programming of Carcass Characteristics
Fetal programming effects on carcass traits as well as offspring growth are currently a large focus area in beef research.
Yogurt: A Bright Future for Dairy?
On a percentage growth basis yogurt has clearly been the dairy industry’s shining star.
Replacement Heifer Calculator
Excel decision aid to assist producers decide whether to raise or purchase replacement heifers.
Oral Lease Agreements Automatically Renew on September 1, 2024
September 1 is the automatic renewal date for all oral land lease agreements in South Dakota. If landowners or renters wish to make changes to the components of the lease, written notice must be given by the September 1 deadline.
Getting the Most Out of Your Cull Cows
Pregnancy detection is a tool that producers can use to manage cow herd expenses. An open cow continues to incur feed and health expenses until they are marketed. Early pregnancy diagnosis may increase profitability if open cows can be culled earlier.
Ag Business
Modern agriculture requires savvy financial planning and strategy.
Opportunities for Open Cows
It’s that time of year when driving along the countryside or sitting in the sale barn cows start to show up with an “O” drawn on her side as the Veterinarian called her open on pregnancy check day.
Buying Bulls With a Plan
Selecting new herd sires is an annual process for beef producers. Learn tips for selecting the correct herd sire for your operation that will progress your operation and improve your cattle.
Livestock Emergency Response Planning (LERP)
The scene of an accident is not the place to build your team!
Budgeting With an Irregular Income
If you are a business owner, farmer, rancher, earn based on sales commissions, or are seasonally employed, you may not have consistent income from month to month.