Forage values in Nebraska for growing season grazing have seen significant increases over the last several years. Demand for grains encouraged many producers to convert tillable pasture land to crop land. In addition strong cattle prices have strengthened demand for summer grazing. Currently, cr Continue reading…
Synchronizing estrus in your beef herd can shorten your calving season, produce more uniform calf weights, and last but not least, provide the opportunity to use proven genetics through artificial insemination (AI). As cowherds rebuild, many producers are synchronizing heifers and replacing bull pow Continue reading…
Does anybody like musk thistles? If not, let’s do something about them.
Following recent rains you’re probably anxious to get into the field for planting. Don’t forget, though, that this also is the best time to control musk thistles. I’ll bet that you can get into your pastures t Continue reading…
As late spring and early summer approaches, livestock producers should begin the process of evaluating their pasture fly control options for their specific management system. There are three fly species in Nebraska that economically impact grazing cattle; horn fly, face fly and stable fly.
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As the weather warms, are you getting the urge to dust the snow off the grill cover? Summer is the perfect time to grill steaks or smoke some beef ribs! Clean the grill, restock the fuel, and start shopping for flavorful and juicy beef cuts!
Here are just a few new trends for 2015:
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Profitability for the cow calf producers starts with high pregnancy rates and a high percentage of the calves being conceived early in the breeding season. A critical component of reproductive success is having sound, highly fertile bulls. This requires bull(s) that can detect cows in estrus, suc Continue reading…