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Understanding how costs and animal performance are connected

Balancing the checkbook and reviewing the monthly credit card statements are just two ways that consumers monitor their spending.

Scientists collaborate to study the cause and development of liver abscesses in cattle

To effectively prevent liver abscesses in cattle, it is crucial to gain a complete understanding of the development of this condition and the bacteria responsible for causing the infection.

Beef industry works to be climate neutral

Three years ago, the beef industry set its sights on a more sustainable process, and progress is being seen on those goals.

Droughts, complicated by climate change, result in US beef herd hitting historic low

Thirty years ago, the weather on Annie Doerr’s family ranch felt reliable. Now that she’s taken over from her parents, it’s been anything but. In recent years, drought has made finding good pastureland for beef cattle to graze increasingly difficult.

Time for a trim? K-State veterinarians discuss factors influencing the pace of hoof growth

Just as people cut their toenails when they get too long, some beef cattle also need to have their hooves trimmed on occasion to help keep them from going lame, say Kansas State University veterinarians at the Beef Cattle Institute.

Help cattle battle extremes of winter

Animal health experts explain six nutrients and their roles in winter feedlot rations

Boosting the bottom line

Data from precision ranching technologies have the potential to help producers make decisions that improve profit margins, ranch sustainability and manage natural resources.

Beef industry works to be climate neutral

Three years ago, the beef industry set its sights on a more sustainable process, and progress is being seen on those goals.

Helping heifers ahead of breeding

While it seems like a natural event, getting pregnant is not always as easy as it sounds, especially if the female isn’t having estrus cycles.

Droughts, complicated by climate change, result in US beef herd hitting historic low

Livestock Auction Calendar 3-22-24

Here's a list of livestock auctions coming up in the area.

Livestock Auction Calendar 3-15-24

Here's a list of livestock auctions coming up in the area.

Livestock Auction Calendar 3-8-24

Here's a list of livestock auctions coming up in the area.

Livestock Auction Calendar 3-1-24

Here's a list of livestock auctions coming up in the area.

Guidance to rebuild the cow herd safely after drought

One of the greatest challenges for cows in drought conditions is that forage quality and quantity is suboptimal, said Phillip Kesterson, DVM, with Zoetis beef technical services.

Choose alfalfa side for winter survival

The time for spring planting alfalfa is just around the corner, and selecting the right seed is crucial.

Establishing fair pasture leasing rates a challenge

Pasture rates will likely be similar to 2023 or slightly higher, depending on the region.

Are ionophores key for managing coccidiosis in calves?

Ionophores are feed additives commonly used in cattle diets to increase feed efficiency and growth, but they can also be used to control coccidiosis in young calves.

Time for a trim? K-State veterinarians discuss factors influencing the pace of hoof growth

Livestock Auction Calendar 2-23-24

Here's a list of livestock auctions coming up in the area.

Beef basics: Online course geared toward beginning cattle producers

Is beef production in your future? Whether you're new to beef production or perhaps a dairy producer considering adding or transitioning to cow-calf production, the University of Wisconsin-Madison Division of Extension has a class for you.