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Agricultural law year in review

Check out some of the agricultural law news from 2023. Looking forward to 2024, many of these issues will remain critical issues for many agricultural producers around the country.

November 23, 2023

Tiffany Lashmet

As 2023 draws to a close, there is no shortage of agricultural law news to reflect on over the past 365 days. Looking forward to 2024, many of these issues will remain critical issues for many agricultural producers around the country.

The case for confinement

As producers begin the work of rebuilding their herds, confined feeding of pairs can offer a way to maintain the herd when forage availability is tight. Here are some tips for success with that strategy.

November 22, 2023

Katie Raver

Even with a smaller 2023 calf crop, we are seeing increased cattle numbers. This means that feed inventories are likely increasing.

6 'essential' traits for improving your herd

The foundational selection criteria that helped put the Beefmaster breed on the map can be utilized in any herd to improve the bottom line.

November 22, 2023

Virgil Tucker

Known as the “six essentials,” selection for these traits can improve profitability of any herd, of any breed, in any location: disposition, fertility, weight, conformation, hardiness and milk production.

10 strategies for record-keeping success in the new year

As a new year begins, take a moment to refine your record-keeping habits. Learn about transitioning from paper records to a digital platform.

November 22, 2023

Terrell Miller

As the prospect of a new year dawns, it's an opportune moment to consider refining our record-keeping habits. Transitioning from traditional paper records to digital platforms can be transformative, and here's a comprehensive guide on how to make that change.

Several factors keeping cattle on feed elevated

November 21, 2023

Hannah Brooks and Russell Knight

Prior expectations for the number of cattle on feed in the second half of 2023 were that generally tighter cattle supplies and potentially growing retention of heifers for breeding would lead to smaller levels than a year ago.

West: Parasite control in the winter months

November 21, 2023

Meranda Small

With the frigidity of winter comes the realities of needing to continue to manage external parasites of cattle. Regardless of an operation’s size or type, when it’s winter, we’re dealing with lice here in the West.

South Central: Don’t forget about lice this winter

November 21, 2023

Jason Banta

Controlling lice populations is important from both a performance and animal welfare standpoint. Proper lice management will help cattle get through the winter in better shape.

Southeast: Muddy winter muck

November 21, 2023

Kim Mullenix

While the realities of mud are part of the winter management season on the farm, there are several strategies that can help lessen its impact on the beef cattle herd.

Midwest/North: Pre-calving nutrition

November 21, 2023

Travis Meteer

Proper nutrition prior to calving can greatly impact the developing fetus and colostrum quality.

Detecting and treating colic in horses

Colic can be a serious problem for horses, but with good on-farm management and a good relationship with your vet, you can reduce risk and get a jump-start on treatment.

November 20, 2023

Tony Hawkins

If you have a horse, the chances are that you will encounter a colic at some point. It is important to be knowledgeable, prepared and have a good working relationship with your veterinarian.

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