Articles Tagged with ''Nebraska''
When feedlot operators find ways to help cattle more fully absorb the nutrients they take in, the finishing period can become one of the most efficient times of those animals’ lives.
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Researchers identify new genetic defects in cattle
Delayed blindness in Hereford populations and bovine familial convulsions and ataxia in Angus cattle have been identified as being caused by genetic mutations, which could help producers in selecting genetics to avoid these conditions.
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Understanding lactation and cow efficiency
Milk production is a big focus in the industry, but selecting for that trait may not always equate directly to cow efficiency.
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Why and how to simplify calculating winter cow costs
Understanding and controlling costs is a vital component of ranch profitability. Make this the year you put pen to paper. Or should we say, finger to iPad.
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Building winter shelters and utilizing natural windbreaks
With tough weather on its way for much of the country, available shelter – either natural or man-made – is important for maintaining cattle’s health and efficiency.
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Researchers to ID genetic tools to improve growth efficiency
A new grant will allow UNL scientists to better gather information from cattle's mitochondrial genome, which can serve as a tool to improve growth efficiency.
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A big decision: How these producers knew it was the right time to milk with robots
When is it time to upgrade to an automated milking system? What should dairy producers consider before becoming a part of this growing sector in the industry? Three Midwest farmers share their experiences and offer advice for others.
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Thinking outside the box with strip grazing
A strip grazing trial on a Nebraska farm showed how strip grazing can give producers higher gains per acre and a lower cost of gain.
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