Items Tagged with 'range'
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Important minerals such as zinc, copper and selenium are deficient in Idaho. Comprehensive knowledge of mineral formulations, concentrations and consumption techniques is essential for effective supplementation and maintaining herd health.
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Dormant-season grazing is key to controlling invasive annual grasses
Targeted dormant season grazing can help reduce invasive annuals and help improve the density of native perennial plants.
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Range Beef Cow Symposium focuses on stewardship, efficiency
Producers were treated to a smorgasbord of information to improve their operations, including presentations on range carrying capacity, vaccines and reproductive efficiency.
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Managing the cow herd for fertility in limited feed environments
While cow nutritional needs should always be near the top of producers’ minds, cows that prove resilient in harsh environments are likely to pass that trait to their offspring.
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Are we getting enough from range calves?
Range-raised calves typically turn out lighter than their irrigated pasture-raised counterparts. Backgrounding and finishing practices are critical to catching them up carcass-wise.
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Maximizing profits with smaller cows
Ideally, a profitable cow weans a calf that is 50% of her mature weight, which isn’t always feasible with heavier cows. Learn how frame scores, body condition and genetics can lead to greater profitability.
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