While better cattle prices are a relief to many, it is important not to lose sight of the basics.

As I found the last parking spot in the lot behind the school and jumped out of my pickup, I heard the obnoxious blast of the morning bell, reminding me and the handful of students still speed walking to the door that school was now in session.

While the quantity of grass is looked at often enough, have you taken some time to test the quality of those grasses?

Hay is a major component of winter feeding programs for many cow-calf operations. Reducing hay losses during storage is critical to reduce overall winter feeding costs.

From rising heat and humidity to increased pressure from parasites, this time of year can greatly impact calf health and performance, but with proactive management, producers can navigate these challenges, setting their calves up for a successful future.

The May World Agricultural Supply and Demand Estimates report (WASDE) showed the 2025-26 U.S. corn outlook is for record supplies and total use, and higher ending stocks. The corn crop is projected at 15.8 billion bushels, up 6% from a year ago on increases to both area and yield.