A business’s goal – of any kind – is to make a profit. This is no different for beef producers. An online option for bull sales may be the way to do this for some producers.

Calving season is a critical time for commercial and seedstock beef cow-calf producers alike. To help them prepare, a variety of short- and long-term strategies and plans are devised, which may include specific management decisions plus the acquisition of tools, equipment and information-based resources.

No half measures. If they were going to do this thing, Brian and Mary Heffernan knew they had to be all in. Even as self-professed serial entrepreneurs and big-idea people, the first-generation California ranchers were well aware from the beginning that this endeavor was going to take a massive amount of their own time and sweat, a dedication to seeking out and heeding solid advice, and maybe a little luck.

If the dam has a chance to build high antibody levels before calving, she can pass this temporary immunity to her calf.

Feedlot managers must know the abilities of both riders and horses in order to avoid putting them in situations they aren’t equipped to handle. If necessary, the manager should be ready to provide training for either rider or horse to help them acquire necessary skills.