We’ve all heard the snickers: “That guy finishes Holsteins.” Or, “You must really like to get to know your cattle since they’re in the yard for so long.”

Good, bad or otherwise, the impact of colostrum intake – or lack thereof – can follow newborn calves throughout their lifetime.

I consider myself, among other things, a former horse mechanic. The horses I did veterinary work on were ranch and feedlot beasts of burden. Workin’ animals from man’s point of view.

Happy New Year! Here’s to a great 2021 for you, your family and your operation. How do we prepare for both success and failure in this new year?