Pros and Cons of Vaccinating Newborn Calves
Calf Vaccination Protocols – Pros and Cons of Vaccinating Newborn Calves A good vaccination program is important for calves, but the age to start is controversial, and there is also the question of which products to use. Stockmen generally vaccinate their calves, but the vaccines chosen and the timing may vary depending on the situation—such […]
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Rebuilding the Pasture Amid Tough Seasons
Rebuilding the Pasture Amid Tough Seasons Pasture soil is a living, almost breathing system, so it can be highly vulnerable to environmental extremes. In recent years, much of the country has endured a stretch of dry summers followed by especially harsh winters, creating significant stress on pasture systems. When forage growth slows under these conditions, […]
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Proven Parasite Control for Beef Producers
Proven Parasite Control for Beef Producers External parasites are a constant challenge in cattle operations, quietly cutting into performance and profit. Flies, lice, ticks, and mites are the most common culprits, each affecting cattle in different ways. Left unmanaged, these pests lead to decreased gains and overall poor herd health. A consistent parasite control plan […]
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Four Generations of Women Shaping a Flint Hills Ranch
Four Generations of Women Shaping a Flint Hills Ranch From Wyoming coal country to the tallgrass prairie of the Kansas Flint Hills, four generations of women shaped a ranch - and the technology helping secure its future. Barb Downey was twenty-two when she started a ranch with her father, Joe. Joe was fifty, which felt [...] READ MORE
Why Colostrum Should Be Backed By Farmers
7th Generation Dairy Farmers Growing up on a dairy farm, our earliest memories are of feeding calves before sunrise and watching them thrive on the very first food nature provides: colostrum. For farmers, colostrum isn’t a trend, it’s a lifeline. It sustains newborn calves, protects the health of our herds, and represents a responsibility we […]
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Shelby Trailer Services Wins NATM 2026 Excellence in Service Award
NATM Announces the 2026 Trailer Trends & Tech Showcase Excellence in Service & Customer Experience Winner: Shelby Trailer Services The National Association of Trailer Manufacturers (NATM) is proud to announce that Shelby Trailer Services has been voted as the winner for the Excellence in Service & Customer Experience Award of the 2026 Trailer Trends & […]
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Ag Innovations and CERES Tag Partner to Deliver Livestock Profitability
Ag Innovations Partners with CERES TAG to Deliver Data-Driven Livestock Profitability at Scale United States — 24 March 2026 Ag Innovations, the team behind the Pasture Pro land management platform, has joined the global distribution network for CERES TAG, expanding access to direct-to-satellite livestock monitoring and bringing advanced, decision-ready data into everyday farm operations. The […]
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Creep Feeding Done Right: Lessons from the Pasture
Creep Feeding Done Right: Lessons from the Pasture For cattle producers looking to improve calf performance, creep feeding often comes down to one simple question: Is it worth it? For Virginia cattleman, Allen Lucas, the answer is clear: “Most years, it ends up being a win-win situation for us.” With the potential for increased weight […]
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