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Progressive Cattle
May 25, 2025
Edition: 6
Digital edition
Back to TopNews & business
Back to TopUsing the power of athletic partnerships to promote beef
Two things Americans love: beef and sports. Continue reading on how the two of them relate.
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Management
Back to TopWhat is emotional intelligence and why should I care?
Emotional intelligence is key to leadership. Self awareness, self control, social awareness and relationship management are four areas to focus on when building emotional intelligence.
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From the horse’s mouth: Written agreements for your ranch’s equine enterprise
Horses continue to be a part of daily operations as well as an additional source of income. While many horse-related transactions are often bound by a “handshake deal,” failing to adequately document the relative rights and responsibilities of those involved can lead to costly legal disputes.
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Topic articles
Back to TopThe truth about genomic prediction every rancher should know
When commercial cattlemen invest in genomic testing, they are consistently able to select replacement heifers that pass on desirable DNA to their offspring.
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Breeding the optimal cow for your environment
Genetic potential can vary across different environments. Giving your cattle the best chance to succeed where they are can make all the difference in maximizing that potential.
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Evaluating stockmanship
An honest look at cattle-handling facilities and the people working them can yield major improvements in your operation’s ability to work cattle safely and efficiently.
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Strategic supplementation to improve grazing distribution
Carefully planned placement of protein and mineral supplements can effectively incentivize cattle to graze diverse landscapes in a way that utilizes more of the natural resources and enhances the land for future use.
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Ranch diagnostics: How do I know my mineral program is working?
Feed tests, water evaluations and liver biopsies should be a regular practice to make sure your mineral investment is worth the cost.
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Three ways to get the most out of e-ID tags
If you’re considering or already using e-ID tags, here are a few ideas to make sure you’re getting the most out of your tag investment.
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AI facial recognition technology for cattle
Is facial recognition for livestock feasible? Joe Hoagland, developer of the cattle facial recognition app CattleTracs, seems to think so.
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Stable flies on pastured cattle
Warmer weather means flies. But why is that and what can you do to limit their effect on your cattle? Continue reading for more information.
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Get a handle on parasites during summer grazing
Summer grazing means dealing with parasites. Parasites can not only affect the animal physiologically but also a producer's bottom line economically. The best outcomes come from parasite management that considers both.
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The value of preconditioning calves
Learn about the health component of vaccines, dewormers and diets used in preconditioning calves. Value-added plans are available at many feedyards, sale barns, auctions, drug companies, breed associations and state programs.
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Changing the math
Fink Beef Genetics has embraced reproductive technology and built strong relationships to develop one of the premier operations in the country.
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Vaccine-adverse reactions: How to minimize the lumps and bumps
Vaccinations are meant to help prevent and treat disease. However, adverse reactions can range in severity from mild temporary lumps and bumps to sudden systemic anaphylactic shock with fluid accumulation in the lungs and death.
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Timing is everything for BRD protection
BRD is the costliest disease in the cattle industry and can have serious impacts on an animal’s production potential. Attacking BRD with a multifaceted approach that includes building immunity, mitigating risk and managing infections is important.
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Breaking down the barriers to mental well-being
Mental health is important in all industries and walks of life but is unique in the agricultural world due to many factors. Barriers and stigmas continue to impact and influence rural communities, but help is gaining momentum through education and technology.
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Departments
Back to TopAcross the Fence: Does the ranch own you?
When the daily grind feels heavy, ranching can be as hard as it is beautiful. Are you working for the ranch, or is the ranch working for you?
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