How Producers Capture More at Sale Time

Adding Value Where It Counts: How Producers Capture More at Sale Time Cattle prices are strong, some of the best many producers have ever seen. But not every set of calves brings the same bid. Even in a high market, some cattle rise to the top. The difference usually comes down to the details health, […]

Building a Risk Management Foundation in Cattle Operations

Building a Risk Management Foundation in Today’s Cattle Operations Cattle operators know raising cattle is a high-stakes business. Volatility is part of the daily equation — whether it’s by market swings, shifting input costs, weather extremes, or animal health events. While none of these risks can be fully eliminated, they can be anticipated and managed. […]

Altosid® IGR Controls Horn Fly Population

Altosid® IGR Controls Horn Fly Population Promotes Greater Weight Gain in Stocker Cattle Study Horn flies are a major concern to beef producers, costing the industry more than $1 billion annually. Left untreated, their painful bites can present a number of risks to cattle and interfere with cattle’s ability to maximize weight gain potential. However, […]

Is Virtual Fencing Right For Your Ranch

Is Virtual Fencing Right For Your Ranch Pros, cons and what to know before buying into virtual fencing as an alternative to traditional permanent ortemporary fencing. Do barbed-wire fences and adaptive grazing work in harmony? With labor shortages along with the cost of cross-fencing with either permanent or electric fences, traditional fencing isn’t always an […]

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 […]

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, […]

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 […]

Four Generations of Women Shaping a Flint Hills Ranch