Seller reputation is often included in discussions on traits that influence feeder calf prices. Yet, historically it has not had a value assigned to it as many other traits have.

Reproductive diseases of concern for Wisconsin’s cow-calf herds include those caused by bacteria, protozoa, and viruses.

You should contact your veterinarian early on as symptoms present, especially for something you have a negative gut feeling about. The odds of successfully returning the animal to health are improved the earlier it is correctly diagnosed and treated.

For many producers, ‘preconditioning’ is synonymous with ‘vaccinating’; however, while vaccinations are important, they take a back seat to calves’ preconditioning nutrition. Separation anxiety at weaning causes the release of cortisol which suppresses the immune response and increases susceptibility to diseases.

Water is often overlooked as the most important nutrient for beef cattle.

Introduction The latest long-range forecasts from the National Weather Service show that Wisconsin has a 40% to 50% chance of a hotter-than-normal summer. Long periods of heat stress are more likely to have lasting effects on cattle, including early embryonic loss in heifers and cows, poor semen quality in bulls, and reduced gains in feeder […]