USDA’s Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service officials confirmed the first U.S. case of New World screwworm on June 3, found in a 3-week-old calf in southern Texas. As of June 9, six cases have been confirmed – five livestock in Texas, and one dog in New Mexico.

The list of traits that make a good commercial cow may vary some by producer. However, there are several fundamental things every producer should keep in mind when evaluating commercial cows.

Understanding and managing forage quality is important for cow-calf and stocker operations that rely on forage as the main component of the diet.

This article will focus on the factors that affect forage quality to help producers improve animal performance and produce better-quality hay, which can reduce or eliminate winter supplementation needs.

When it comes to selecting bulls, there are several factors to consider. Additionally, some factors that should be emphasized will vary depending on the type of operation and how cattle are marketed.

To best utilize hay, it is important to consider hay quality, nutrient requirements of the cows it is being fed to and how the hay will be fed.

A good hay test can prove valuable when designing a winter feeding program. There can be a lot of information on a hay test, and knowing which numbers to focus on may not always be clear.

Cow body condition can slip during the winter without appropriate strategies.

Here are the dairy-related headlines as we start the last week of July 2025: DFA, Select Milk Producers settle milk price-fixing lawsuit; the U.S. dairy industry praises Indonesia trade agreement; a new study shows genetic selection with DWP$ supports measurable productivity gains; and more.

When it comes to weaning, it is important to consider the age of calves.