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Monthly Cattle Prices and Basis Levels
Effective marketing and risk management techniques often rely on sound benchmarks. Those marketing cattle need reasonable metrics to evaluate received and expected prices.
Distillers’ Dried Grains With Solubles Decreased Feed-To-Water Ratio
Recent research at SDSU found that using distillers’ dried grains with solubles in swine diets showcased a significant impact on water consumption, leading to a decrease in the feed-to-water ratio.
Dealing With Snowstorms for Cattle on Winter Range
Ranchers with cattle on winter pastures have a few management strategies to help them cope with the large snowstorms throughout the state.
Feeding Damaged Wheat to Cattle
Feeding damaged wheat to livestock is one way to salvage value from the crop. Wheat can work well in cattle diets with some limitations.
Cattle HQ
SDSU Extension's beef team provides valuable insights to improve the health, productivity and profitability of your herd through the Cattle HQ podcast and monthly webinars.
Feed & Water Testing Laboratories
A partial listing of available feed testing laboratories.
Effects of Shipping and Heat Stress on Embryonic Mortality in Cattle
Fact sheets on the effect of shipping and heat stress on embryonic mortality in cattle.
Heat Stress Forecasting Apps Available
Early summer heat stress in feedlot cattle is often triggered by rapid changes in temperature and humidity before cattle become acclimated to warmer conditions. Learn about some management tools that you can use to protect your herd.
Detection of Standing Estrus in Cattle
Fact sheet to help with the detection of standing estrus in cattle. Available in English and Spanish.
Understanding Estrous Synchronization of Cattle
Fact sheet on the use of estrus synchronization of cattle. Available in English and Spanish.