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Innovative Housing Options
Proper cow and calf housing can have a profound effect on the health and well-being of livestock. From loafing sheds to calf hutches and pens, today’s housing options for cows and calves are as vast as the producers themselves. “There are many different options for housing facilities and shelter,” says Curtis Kauffman, owner at Kauffman […]
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DON’T GAMBLE ON WEANING AND RECEIVING MLS TUBS ARE A SURE BET
Article courtesy of MidContinent Livestock Supplements Fall is quickly upon us, and calves are going through lots of “stress” as they transition through weaning at this time of year. Bawling calves, developing rumens, long truck rides and new environments all add up quickly to high stress conditions. But MLS can help you place a sure […]
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NEXTGEN; BRINGING NEXTGEN’S UNIQUE VISION TO CATTLEMEN AND CONSUMERS ALIKE
When Derek Thompson, his brother Damon, and their cousin Brad Lindstrom founded NextGen Cattle Company in 2015, they had one thing in mind: To create a fully integrated cattle company that covers the entire gamut of beef cattle production from seedstock and feed lots to packing plant and meat sales. And in the seven years […]
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Practical Security Points For The Ranch
Sufficient ranch security can be defined in many ways. Historically, rural areas have felt security with relatively low-input measures such as a farm dog or latched gate. But in an age of cyber hackers, agroterroism and desperate criminals, farms and ranches are easy targets that easily fall between the cracks due to a false sense […]
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Grazing Management Critical In a Drought
Grazing Management Critical During Drought Measuring what you Can Manage Will Set you up for Long-Term Success “I’ve never known a man to go broke being understocked. Now, you may leave a little money on the table, but you’re not going to go broke.” That pearl of wisdom from his first range management professor is […]
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DON’T FALL BEHIND: LATE SEASON FEEDING WITH THE 30/30 APPROACH FOR FLY CONTROL
Article courtesy of Central Life Sciences Before the fall approaches and cold weather is near, it’s critical to continue late-season feeding of Altosid® IGR to prevent the emergence of overwintering flies. Then, come next spring, you’ll be glad you did. Fly activity is influenced heavily by weather, with active fly presence lowering as the temperatures […]
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LIVESTOCK WATERING BASICS
Article and photos courtesy of Behlen Mfg. Co We all know that providing a consistent source of water is an essential part of caring for livestock, and there are a thousand different livestock watering systems. Factors like the number of head, location, and budget play a part in determining what the best and most efficient […]
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Keep Safety in Mind When Working Cattle
Most cattle are gathered and worked for branding, vaccinating, pregnancy testing, weaning and other necessary management tasks. Many cow herds are put through the chute twice or more annually. It is important to make sure these tasks are accomplished smoothly and safely, for health of the cattle and safety of the crew doing the job. […]
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