Commercial EPDs
Utilizing genetic traits can improve commercial herds
Expected Progeny Difference (EPDs) can be beneficial when choosing bulls on commercial cattle operations.
Genetic traits are important for...
Livestock Bedding Tips
Providing animals additional protection from the elements
Whether an operation should consider providing bedding for its livestock depends on a variety of factors. For instance,...
A Visit from the Banker
Farm visits are an opportunity to review financial and discuss capital needs
As an ag banker, one of the most informative and enjoyable requirements is...
Farming Financial Outlook
Now is the time to prep finances for the coming year
Well, we made it through 2020. I am glad to be ushering in the...
Get the Dirt on Pastures
Understanding soil type and condition
Producers looking to improve forages for their livestock can make big strides by understanding what type of soil they have...
New Farmers and Financial Success
Learning more about programs can improve a farm’s bottom line
New and beginning farmers make up 27 percent of American producers.
Those with 10 or fewer years...
Improving Fertility
Management strategies to improve conception rates in cattle herds
Though no one singular step will unequivocally guarantee better conception rates in cow herds, there are...
Preventing Pregnancy Loss
Strategies for healthy pregnancies
There are a variety of factors that can impact the viability of cattle pregnancies. Some are within a producer’s control and...
Bull Care
Preparing bulls for the next breeding season
As the current breeding season starts to come to an end and producers begin to pull bulls from...
Udder Health
Steps to reducing disease in the udders of dairy cattle
One of the biggest threats to udder health in dairy cattle is mastitis. The infection...
