Across the country, thousands of exhibitors, from 4-H students to ranchers, are preparing for the National Western Stock Show in Denver, Colorado.

Trowbridge Farms utilizes new ideas and talent to expand its vision

As the price of cattle has steadily increased to record levels over recent years, so too has the investment that cattle feeders have made in the health of their livestock.

Winter weather can cause stress on cattle. A proper understanding of the amount of stress caused by different weather conditions, as well as the strategies used to mitigate that stress, is key for a healthy cow herd and a successful winter.

For many years, we have continually researched, discussed and written about bovine viral diarrhea virus (BVDV), yet occurrence of the disease in the U.S. is increasing.

Reproduction drives the success of our livestock industries. In no sector is that more true than for cow-calf operations. The number of calves born per exposed female is a very important economic driver for these farms.

Most cows and heifers progress normally through the stages of labor – uterine contractions in early labor get the calf aimed toward the birth canal, the cervix dilates, and the calf starts through.

“Why are you walking with a limp?” I asked my friend ReRide. “It’s a long story. Basically, it’s because Honey Bunch and Archibald came for their annual visit.” “That’s your sister-in-law and her wimpy third husband, isn’t it?”

Three or four years ago, in an effort to keep up with the world and keep an eye on my kids, I took a bold leap and entered the modern world when I got my own Facebook page. It took some tutoring, and I had to endure a fair amount of ridicule and impatience from my kids, but I eventually learned my way around the rage of the social media world.

There is a state law on the books in Colorado that makes it illegal for a sheepherder to abandon his sheep without notice. A good law, really, since herders are often left alone on isolated ranges with their entrusted band. The owner or boss checks on the herder once a week or so and brings him or her supplies.