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Kalf Kozies
Kalf Kozies The Kalf Kozies are the most secure, ear protectors available. While the comfort and well-being of the calf is a top priority, frozen ears can cause a significant loss in value whether as breeding stock or commercial feeders at sale time. The costs associated with calves getting frozen ears can translate into a […]
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Winter Workwear that Works for You
Winter Workwear that Works for You Preparedness is likely the single most definitive thing that can be tangibly done to make winter on the ranch as easy as possible. While there tends to be an emphasis on facilities and equipment preparedness, one of equal importance is personal gear to protect against the elements. The right […]
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Digital Mapping for Regenerative Grazing
Tips to Turn Digital Map App into a Decision-Making Tool for Regenerative Grazing Practices Track grazing paddocks and management moves in Google Earth as a self-guided journey to good grazing. A ranch map might be viewed as a guide to what you’ve got: a simple, visual reference to known information. But Josh Gaskamp, Noble Research [...] READ MORE
Winter Hay Feeding Equipment Options
Winter Hay Feeding Equipment Options Depending on climate and weather, most cattle producers feed hay in winter. In a mild climate with a long growing season and no snow, some ranchers are able to do year-round grazing and some get by with only a few weeks of feeding hay. In northern regions with cold weather [...] READ MORE
A Look Back at the U.S. Cattle Market
A Look Back at the U.S. Cattle Market In 2025, cattle prices reached record and astonishing highs. For feeder cattle prices saw 700- to 800-pound steers in the Southern Plains averaging $323 to $328 per hundredweight, and 500- to 600-pound steers exceeding $400 per hundredweight. For cattlemen across the US, this is the time to [...] READ MORE
Modern Dry-off Success: Four Trends Driving Better Cow Care
Modern Dry-off Success: Four Trends Driving Better Cow Care How these forward-thinking dairies are solving today’s dry-off challenges. DULUTH, Ga. (Dec. 3, 2025) — Today’s dry-off challenges look different than those of the past. More cows are entering the dry period at higher production levels — a sign of progress, but one that brings added considerations […]
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USCA Urges D.C. to Prioritize U.S. Producers
U.S. Cattlemen’s Association Urges Washington: Prioritize U.S. Producers WASHINGTON, D.C. — United States Cattlemen’s Association (USCA) issues the following statement in response to a recent wave of policy announcements and trade decisions that have continued a trend of uncertainty within the U.S. cattle industry and livestock marketplace, including the cancellation of tariffs on Brazilian beef. With […]
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Enhancing Cattle Performance with an IPM Approach and the 30/30 Method
In beef production, small changes can deliver significant gains, especially when it comes to insect control and pasture management. As fly season stretches longer each year and climate patterns become more unpredictable, cattle producers must rethink how they support animal health, weight gain, and profitability. One of the most effective ways is implementing an Integrated […]
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