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Whole Cottonseed Can be Beneficial in Beef Cattle Rations
Whole Cottonseed Can be Beneficial in Beef Cattle Rations By Heather Smith Thomas Whole cottonseed and alfalfa are two of the very best feeds for growing calves,” according to Ron Gill, PhD (Texas A&M). “We also mix a lot of cottonseed hulls into cattle rations. There is very little nutritional value in those hulls […]
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Grazing, Resting and Reseeding Your Pastures
Grazing, Resting and Reseeding Your Pastures By Jaclyn Krymowski Pasture management is one part of ranching that’s easily pushed to the side amid the hustle and bustle of the seasons and daily operations. However, taking the time to analyze your pastures and give them a break to “refresh” can help with longevity and the nutritional […]
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ICA NAMES NEW DIRECTOR OF GOVERNMENT RELATIONS & PUBLIC POLICY
AMES, Iowa – Iowa Cattlemen’s Association (ICA), the leading grassroots organization supporting Iowa’s beef cattle industry, is pleased to announce Kelli Wicks as their new director of government relations and public policy. Wicks nbrings a unique background of experience and skills that will complement the association’s policy work and continue to drive legislative efforts promoting […]
READ MOREUnlocking The Potential of An Authentic Wagyu Program
Unlocking The Potential of An Authentic Wagyu Program By Jessica Graham One of the best things about the American Cattlemen Podcast is our ability to bring you the latest information in the cattle industry. We are constantly bringing you ways to grow, diversify, and specialize your farms and ranches. We know this economy is tough […]
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Dystocia Prevention and Control
Dystocia Prevention and Control By Maura Keller When cattle ranchers hear the word “dystocia,” they understand the significant impact this condition can have on both cow and calf alike. American Cattlemen connected with Dr. Travis White, DVM, director of veterinary technical services at Saskatoon Colostrum Company, to provide ranchers with a betting a better understanding […]
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Ration Balancing Basics
Ration Balancing Basics By Jaclyn Krymowski Regardless of your production goals – maintenance, growth or finishing – keeping the ration simple may be your best bet for reaching your target. There is no need to make things difficult and include every ingredient under the sun. Start with a high quality forage and then add in […]
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A Longstanding Impact
A Longstanding Impact By Maura Keller When life gets going pretty fast, you kind of forget some of the little things that led to where you are.” – John McDonald, founder of Rawhide Portable Corrals. The longstanding history of Rawhide Portable Corrals and the impact John McDonald’s invention and ingenuity has had on the cattle […]
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Wintering Calves with their Mothers – Late Weaning
Wintering Calves with their Mothers – Late Weaning By Heather Smith Thomas Many stockmen calve in the spring and wean in the fall. This works well for those who calve in February-March, or seedstock producers who calve in January to have bull calves old enough to sell as yearlings in a spring bull sale. Today, […]
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