Fly control is a constant battle for cattle producers. As temperatures rise and cattle move into summer grazing systems, flies become more than just a nuisance and can negatively impact cattle comfort, grazing behavior and overall productivity.

Although the industry has achieved rapid genetic advancement, with today’s competitive market, return on investment (ROI) is imperative. Here are several steps to consider when planning your herd’s genetic future for the best possible return on investment.

Les entreprises laitières d’élite savent qu’en faisant bien chaque petite chose, elles améliorent l’ensemble. Cette approche est un gage de succès, en particulier pendant la période critique de transition. Qu’il s’agisse du confort des animaux, des interactions humaines avec les vaches ou des protocoles sanitaires, chaque facteur joue un rôle crucial dans la réalisation des objectifs et la durabilité à long terme.

Meet Ben Weikert, Director, Agricultural Consulting Services, Dairy One Cooperative, Inc.

Nearly 900 attendees convened in Red Deer, Alberta, for the 2026 Western Canadian Dairy Seminar on March 10-13. Sessions covered a variety of topics, such as milk components, heat stress, feeding trace minerals, calf management, biosecurity and more.

Advances in technology are slowly changing how cattle are managed. For example, companies are offering innovative solutions enabling producers to access real-time weight data directly from pairs on summer pastures. By harnessing tools like these, ranchers can make more informed decisions to support herd health and optimize production outcomes.

Recent research from multiple labs suggests some of the most expensive stressors cows experience are the ones we don’t see.

When you understand your soils and grazing goals, choosing the right pasture species becomes a more strategic decision.

Forage is the foundation of most beef cattle diets. Whether cattle are grazing pasture, eating hay or being fed silage, these feeds provide the bulk of nutrients for cow-calf, stocker and backgrounding operations.