Content by SDSU Extension
Fit on the Farm
Although regular job duties on the farm may include intense physical tasks, aerobic physical activity is still needed in addition to the short burst, physical tasks.
Checking for Success: The Value of Pregnancy Checking the Cow Herd
Successfully managing drought conditions not only requires careful monitoring of pastures and inventory of feedstuffs, but management should also take into account the productive cow herd size.
Campfire Safety in Drought Conditions
During fire season, open fires may be prohibited or otherwise restricted by the regulatory agency in charge of the campground or facility that you are visiting.
Discussing the Dart Delivery Method for Treating Cattle
Cattle ranchers strive to minimize the stress of handling and disease on their animals. One way they can do this is by implementing remote delivery devices.
Observing Bulls at Pasture
Checking cows is a daily activity during the summer which becomes even more important once the bulls have been turned out to begin the breeding season. Why? If a bull isn’t doing his job or if he gets injured while on the job, there needs to be a plan B because at the end of the day cows still need to bred.
Managing Stress to Reduce Early Embryonic Loss in Beef Cattle
With the majority of pregnancy losses occurring in the embryonic period, it is critical to mitigate losses in livestock by managing stress and avoiding transportation when the embryo is most susceptible to mortality.
Target Heart Rate: Finding the Right Intensity
For many individuals, determining if you are working at a moderate or vigorous intensity may be tricky.
Setting Up Replacement Heifers for Breeding with CIDR Protocols
Replacement heifers are the most common group of females on the ranch to be artificially inseminated. An option available for heifer (and cow) synchronization is use of a CIDR (Controlled Internal Drug Release).
Fitness Trends: Spinning
Spinning, or indoor cycling, is a popular fitness class offered across the nation.
Getting Replacement Heifers Ready to Breed
Producers should take some time to evaluate replacement heifers’ health, nutrition and reproductive status to ensure high-quality females entering the cow herd.