Early Weaning
A management tool during drought
Many cattle producers are experiencing ongoing drought this season and for some, there appears to be no end in sight....
Eastern Redcedar Control and Management
How to incorporate a burn plan to control invasive species
Eastern Redcedar is an invasive species and when not controlled, can takeover large portions of...
Protect Your Herd from Trichomoniasis
Trichomoniasis, commonly referred to as “Trich,” is a highly contagious sexually transmitted disease in cattle, resulting in abortions and infertility. It is caused by...
Heifer Development
Service Sire Selection and Breeding Management for successful heifer development
“Successful heifer development is key to rebuilding the cattle herd,” says Patrick Davis, MU Extension...
Reducing Death Loss in Livestock
Implementing a management strategy
There are few things, if any, that are more devastating on a livestock operation than losing an animal. The financial and...
Prussic Acid or Nitrates?
Drought, high temperatures, and other stresses can create forage toxicity concerns for cattle producers. Two of the most commonly discussed problems I am asked...
Heifer Development
Heifer selection and health management strategies for successful development
“Heifer development is critical as cattle producers rebuild their herds,” says Patrick Davis, MU Extension livestock...
Highlighting Your Best
Production sale consignment tips
It is fall production sale season and whether you are having your own production sale or consigning animals to a special...
Beefing Up Dinner Without the Big Price Tag
If sticker shock has you reconsidering whether that T-bone belongs in your shopping cart, an extension meat specialist and a culinary expert have a...
Youth Use Social Media to Promote Agriculture
Young people in the agriculture industry are using social media to share their experiences and promote a positive image of agriculture, which is good...
