Cattle Equipment
The decision between single-use and repeater syringes depends on each operation’s risk of disease transmission and should always be reinforced by good vaccination protocols.
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Size matters: The impact of proper needle selection and management
Using the wrong length or diameter of needles can cause issues when treating or vaccinating calves. Best management practices can help avoid failed efficacy, potential harm to the animal and product loss through trimming or carcass condemnation.
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Picture this: Remote cameras keeping an eye on water availability
Two ranchers share how using remote cameras to monitor cattle waterers saves them money, time and labor. This technology can help limit the stress that comes from the constant worry of making sure cattle have adequate water.
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The equipment equation: Capitalizing on what you’ve got
Use the equipment equation – adding safety and efficiency together in order to maximize profitability.
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Considerations when using self-feeders to finish cattle
Self-feeders exist on almost every cattle feeding operation, but they’re not always utilized properly. Taking these steps will help your self-feeders be as efficient and profitable as possible.
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Help ensure herd health and prevent watering woes this winter
Help your waterers and heaters work throughout the winter by creating a good setup and ensuring consistent maintenance.
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Ultrasound technology aids in advancing beef production
Ultrasound has been useful for many years as a tool in pregnancy diagnosis, fetal aging and sexing, and carcass evaluation. New uses are beneficial as well.
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Matching a stock trailer to a cattle operation
Buying a stock trailer shouldn’t be as simple as picking out a nicely colored one. Multiple factors – including terrain, metal, length and number of head hauled – are critical to its productivity. Features such as flooring and ventilation, combined with proper handling and driving practices, will help cement a proper match.
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Drones: The 21st century ranch hand
From forage management to livestock monitoring, today’s ranchers are learning to use drones as tools instead of toys.
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