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South Central: Tips for reducing the impacts of winter weather

October 22, 2024

There are several strategies that producers can use to help reduce the negative effects of winter weather on cattle and help ensure feed resources are used efficiently.

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.

November 13, 2023

John O'Meara

In winter, wind can be the most serious threat to the health and comfort of cattle. Although snowstorms often come to mind first when preparing for winter, being prepared to protect cattle from wind should be the priority as temperatures drop and days shorten.

Temper the wind with living windbreaks

March 27, 2023

Wind may be useful in distributing heat and energy over the earth’s surface, but it also has a destructive side – soil erosion.

Keys to efficient windbreaks for cattle

November 21, 2017

Jim Church

The wind likes to blow on a regular basis in many areas of the country during the winter months. Couple this wind with cold temperatures and wet conditions, and the wind chill can cause a great deal of stress for cattle.

Windbreaks and shelter for fall-calving cows

August 24, 2017

Heather Smith Thomas

In climates where wind chill is an issue, planning for winter weather can reduce feed costs, illness and health costs, with less loss of body condition and better gains on young animals.

Windbreaks reduce cattle energy demands

January 24, 2014

Deke Alkire

Cattle will naturally seek windbreaks in the winter. In cold weather, cattle require additional energy to maintain body temperature, and wind chill further increases energy demands.

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South Central: Tips for reducing the impacts of winter weather

Building winter shelters and utilizing natural windbreaks

Temper the wind with living windbreaks

Keys to efficient windbreaks for cattle

Windbreaks and shelter for fall-calving cows

Windbreaks reduce cattle energy demands

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