Calving Season is Around the Corner
Now is the time to get things prepared for calving to ensure a positive outcome
Ready or not, calving season is just around the corner.
Preparing...
Evaluating Body Condition
Assessing the herd before winter
One of the biggest challenges facing producers in recent months is keeping cattle in good body condition. No doubt the...
Managing Wildlife and Livestock
Finding a balance that works
While many producers enjoy the wildlife that coexists with their livestock, in some cases wildlife can be menaces or nuisances...
Gut Health in Cattle
Why a strong digestive system is important
Producers continually search for ways to improve efficiency and reduce costs on their operations. Though it may not...
Maximizing Forage Opportunities
Rebounding from summer drought conditions
A wet, rainy spring followed by a hot, dry summer created conditions that adversely impacted forages and hay crops. The...
The Scoop on Scours
Causes and cures for scours in calves
Scours or calf diarrhea can be a serious problem for producers. In some cases, scours can be fatal...
Birthweights and the Weather
The impact of extremes on fetal calf development
Ever wonder why calves born in the fall sometimes seem smaller and lighter than their spring counterparts?...
Stepping in During Delivery
Determining when a cow needs assistance
The stress of calving season is felt by novice and experienced farmers alike. No matter how many times producers...
Forage Safety
The facts about nitrates and prussic acid
Some producers throughout the Ozarks could be storing hay or silage that contains dangerous levels of nitrates or...
Bull-Buying Basics
Determining the viability of older bulls in a breeding program
When searching for a herd bull many producers may start with the goal of finding a...
