Cowboys and farmers tend to emphasize the differences between pasture and range, but when we bring it back to the plant level, there are more similarities than differences.

For those considering growing their beef cattle herd, quick wins and day-to-day details may be extremely tempting to pursue. But like most things in life, it’s important to look well beyond the immediate. Expansion may have different meanings for different operations.

Meet Nebraska’s 2025 Leopold Award winners and learn about the ethic driving their work.

Healthy pastures start from the ground up – and that means healthy soils. Explore five foundational soil health principles – plus a practical, producer-first approach to stewardship that’s less about labels and more about long-term success.

How are you going to assess pasture conditions going forward?

Crop scouts and farmers are using imagery drones for early season weed and crop scouting, and drones are becoming a reliable tool for quickly and efficiently identifying problems in the field.

As grazing season has begun for many, it is time to make sure fences and pastures are still in good condition and ready for turnout.

Like nearly every ranch, we want to make sure our operation is one that is not just here for the next generation, but better than it was when we started. That’s why, in addition to herd genetics and efficiency, we pay close attention to conservation and the productivity of our land, too.

Sainfoin presents a compelling alternative for forage producers seeking to thicken old alfalfa stands or diversify their forage systems.

Cows return to lush, green pastures as we ponder the mating decisions of the upcoming breeding season. The present time is critical for quality nutrition because we are asking for the most from our cows during the annual production cycle.