AgriNews1d
Cattle producers share how programs help build stronger businesses
Raising cattle is both demanding and fulfilling. Each day offers new possibilities for producers to improve their herd and ...
Siouxland cow welcomes triplets in rare birth
WASHTA, IA (KTIV) - It’s calving season in Siouxland and one herd is now even bigger than expected. You’ve heard of a cow ...
Agweek12d
Cheaper hay, corn stalk residue and other trials keep this cow-calf producer saving money on winter feeding
Cow-calf production in the upper Midwest is not historically profitable every year without significant cost savings in winter ...
Hoard's Dairyman10d
Cleanliness cannot be overstated for calves
Beyond a clean environment, James suggested ensuring cleanliness of the initial feedings themselves. “Colostrum target level should be less than 1,000 bacteria per milliliter (mL). Studies by ...
High Plains Journal2d
Cattle herd shrinks, prices go higher
Expanding the cattle herd means facing drought and weather conditions, shifting land use and feedstock and regulations, Ken ...
Dairy Herd5d
Milk’s Role in Calf Growth: Laying the Foundation for a Productive Cow
After colostrum, consistency and quality in milk feeding are key to steady, lean growth. Providing a balanced, high-quality milk replacer or pasteurized whole milk at consistent volumes and ...
Norfolk Daily News1d
Colostrum: Setting calves up for success
Spring is a busy time for producers, balancing fieldwork and calving season. Unfortunately, some tasks may slip through the ...
What’s the beef? Steak prices see an increase
Executives at different companies have noted in recent calls that the price increase is creating challenges. Beef and veal prices rose 5.5% in January, according to the Labor Department’s Consumer ...