Cattle Management
When to intervene and how to identify and navigate common malpresentations
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Knowing your numbers is a must
Mismanagement of resources is rarely the intention – but is often the outcome of operating with too little information. Producers who fully understand terms such as percent-weaned calf crop, calving interval and forage utilization set themselves up for success.
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Combat weaning stress with a new tool for ranchers
An innovative product used by dairy producers is now available to beef operators. Research suggests calves treated with maternal bovine appeasement substance have reduced anxiety during weaning – helping calves fight disease, gain weight and avoid injuries.
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Managing nutrition and stress in newly weaned calves
Cattle can encounter a lot of stressors from weaning to slaughter and consequently, a loss in performance. Producers can minimize these losses by spreading out stressful events and using recommended feeding strategies and rations.
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Stockers: Prepping calves for transition to the feedlot
A well-timed vaccination protocol, a period of backgrounding and low-stress transportation practices can improve calf health and profitability.
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Protect ranch dogs from parasites
Taking preventative measures can keep working dogs healthy and active as they fulfill their roles on the ranch.
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SUMMARY
5 steps to low-stress cattle handling in your system
Cattle handling skills, equipment and an investment of time and resources pay dividends as cattle are worked through a new or improved facility.
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