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Low-quality forages can be a limiting factor in keeping cows in proper condition for calving, lactation and rebreeding, but there are tools available to maintain reproductive health and efficiency.
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Weaning calves – art or science?
When weaning, making sure calves are as comfortable as possible can be the ticket to more pounds on their frames and dollars in your pocket.
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How do moisture and composition affect feedstuff costs?
Nutrient composition and dry matter content should be taken into account when evaluating the value of different feeds.
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Optimizing health in beef cattle receiving programs
There’s a lot to consider when receiving new cattle into the feedlot. A few checklist items can help ensure better health and productivity of these animals.
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Selecting for and improving cow longevity
Keeping productive cows in your herd as long as possible is a key component of long-term ranch profitability. Here are a few management factors that contribute to your cows’ longevity.
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The basics of rumen feed efficiency
Feed efficiency involves optimizing nutrient conversion from feed into milk components, enhancing overall cow performance through careful management of carbohydrate fermentation, glycogen production, fat synthesis and protein intake in the rumen.
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Get ready to rumble: The adventures of starting peewee calves
Younger stocker calves require a different nutrition plan than their older counterparts, but knowing the steps to take can maintain these cattle and your operation’s productivity.
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Use and effects of rumen-protected amino acids
There is still much to be learned about the effects rumen-protected amino acids can have in both the feedlot and cow-calf sectors, but early signs point to improved feed efficiency, milk production and reproductive health.
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Optimizing early-gestation nutrition in beef cattle
Supplying your herd with the right balance of calories, minerals and vitamins during breeding and early gestation can have major impacts on calf health and your operation’s overall profitability.
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Trend toward alternative forages means adjusting crop nutrition protocols
As the trend toward alternative forages grows, ongoing research and on-farm trials will be essential for refining crop nutrition strategies.
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