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Colostrum Puts the Best Hoof Forward
Newborn calves have little to no immune system upon birth. One of the keys to starting them out right is ensuring that they receive enough colostrum, which is packed full of nutrients and antibodies.
Feeding for the Future: Maternal Protein Intake
Maternal nutrition is extremely important, not only to the cow, but also to its unborn calf, which relies solely on its mother for nutrition. Learn some expert tips for getting your cows and their calves off to a great start.
Calving Records 101
Complete and well-maintained calving records provide valuable information that can be used to improve and evaluate operations. Learn some expert tips for getting your records off to a great start this calving season.
Calving Books: Don’t Judge a Book by Its Cover
Calving books are an essential record-keeping component for cow-calf operations. Learn some expert tips for finding a book that best suits your operation and employees.
Calving Apps: Beyond the Barn
There are many calving apps available for smart phone users, and finding the right one can be challenging. Learn some expert tips on selecting the right one to accomplish your operation's goals.
Calving Software: A Modern Consideration
Calving software offers many benefits, including the ability to keep track of records year-over-year and identify if management actions are aligning with calving season.
Texas Panhandle Wildfire Relief Resources
On February 26, 2024, wildfires began to spread across a large portion of the panhandle of Texas. As of March 8, 2024, there have been 1,058,482 acres burned by the fire, making this the largest recorded wildfire in the state’s history.
Private Applicator Endorsements for M-44 Devices, Fumigants, and Aerial Applications
Recent changes to South Dakota private applicator pesticide regulations have impacted the requirements to use M-44 predator-control devices, fumigants, and to apply pesticides from aerial vehicles.
Heirlooms: Creative Life Story Writing
Heirlooms: Creative Life Story Writing workshops offer free, professional writing guidance on a variety of topics, including life story writing, obituaries and family history.
Understanding Emotional Development
When kids are born, they are wired to feel emotions. It is important for adults to surround them with a caring and supportive environment to learn how to manage these emotions and have healthy relationships.