Getting the highest value for your calves isn’t just about the things you’re doing right. It’s also based upon what you’re not trying at all.

While labels on most injectables say they require refrigeration, our cold-weather winters are just a little too cold. But since beef production is 24/7, 365 days a year at all temperatures, we need to figure out how to keep our injectables at the proper temperature.

Over time, while many aspects of managing cattle have stayed the same, much has changed. New innovations have brought faster growth rates and better performance. The way cattle are fed and cared for has become much more efficient.

Pinkeye, foot rot, bovine respiratory disease: These are all common cattle infections producers want treated, and treated quickly. With time and access to facilities being a common constraint on many operations,  it’s reasonable to opt for the most convenient drug delivery device – a dart gun.