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Preparing for Success
A proactive approach to herd health gives calves a strong start Animal health can make or break a farm. To ensure minimal health problems, it is a wise management strategy to…
Preparing for Success
A proactive approach to herd health gives calves a strong start Animal health can make or break a farm. To ensure minimal health problems, it is a wise management strategy to…
What is Retained Ownership?
Retaining ownership has pros and cons Retained ownership isn’t always easily defined, but generally retained ownership is when a producer holds on to all or any portion of their cattle…
What is Retained Ownership?
Retaining ownership has pros and cons Retained ownership isn’t always easily defined, but generally retained ownership is when a producer holds on to all or any portion of their cattle…
Considering Cover Crops
Cover crops can be a valuable forage for fall and winter grazing programs, and producers who raise both cattle and row crops might want to consider implementing one or more…
Understanding Cull Grades
Different grades mean different prices received for cull cattle Before taking cull cattle to market, it is beneficial to know what quality grades they will fall under. This helps producers…
Buying and Selling Online
It’s easier than ever to stay at home and buy or sell livestock The internet continues to offer agricultural producers new ways to reach their consumers. Online livestock auctions are…
Increasing Value at the Sale
Selling quality cattle at the right time has benefits Many producers in the Ozarks sell their cattle through livestock auctions. This can be a good marketing strategy depending on the…
Warts in Cattle
The virus is contagious and should be treated While skin health issues in cattle are not the most pleasant subject to think about, it pays for producers to be vigilant…
Johnsongrass Woes
As the heat of summer soars and rain deminishes, producers should be mindful of prussic acid In the heat of summer, Johnsongrass can pose some health risks to cattle and…