Thanks for Your Deworming Management
“On behalf of intestinal helminth parasites everywhere, I would like to thank dairy and beef producers for hosting us in their cattle and on their pastures this summer.”
Articles
Choose a Weaning Method to Decrease Stress on Calves
This article was originally published in Farm Progress It’s no secret that weaning is arguably the most stressful time in a beef calves’ life. Calves build strong maternal bonds with their mothers over the 6+ months they are tagging along until they are weaned. Weaning can be done a variety of ways, but the ultimate […]
Swath Grazing – Beef Cow Alternative Winter Feeding Strategy
Planning for winter feed is an important step in beef cattle operations. Alternatives include stockpiling, corn stalk grazing, and bale grazing. Swath grazing (also known as windrow grazing) has recently gained interest as an additional option.
Understand Minerals for Healthier, More Productive Cattle
Cattle need both macrominerals and microminerals. Here’s a look at the benefits these supplements provide and the different ways they can be offered to the herd.
Transitioning from Dairy to Beef: Planning Forage Needs
Considering a shift from dairy to beef? Learn how forage needs, land use, and cow nutrition differ across beef enterprises.
Defined breeding season: Simple yet important strategy
Having a set breeding season is crucial for cattle producers. But determining the ideal length of that season for your herd can be complicated.
4 Ways to Maximize Calf Value
Building a reputation for high-performing, quality cattle can take a while to build, but choosing to take a short cut in a bullish market can have long lasting consequences.
Finding a Veterinarian for your Chickens
Here are a few helpful tips to find a veterinarian for your flock of chickens.
Spring 2025 Cattle Feeder Enterprise Projections
With cattle prices at all-time highs, forward-thinking cattle feeders and backgrounders will be doing some calculations to determine what they can pay for feeder calves, and/or what they should forward contract them for.
Managing Internal Parasites in Cattle
Deworming is beneficial for beef and dairy operations, provided it is done correctly with effective products. However, due to anthelmintic resistance, relying solely on dewormers is insufficient.
