Tag: livestock
How to identify common breeds of beef cattle
Over 70 breeds of cattle can be found in the United States today. However, only about 12 to 15 breeds have a major influence on the cattle industry.
Ohio family recognized for historic Angus herd
Ohio Angus breeder James Rentz, of Coldwater, has received the Historic Angus Herd award from the American Angus Association.
Heifer replacement webinar set for June 23
Making decisions about replacement heifers will be the subject of the next Dairy Cattle Reproduction Council webinar June 23, at 1 p.m. CST.
How efficiently do dairy cows make use of dietary protein?
Feeding enough protein to meet lactation requirements means knowing target protein yield and determining the availability of protein in feeds.
How to identify common breeds of dairy cattle
Over 250 breeds of cattle are recognized throughout the world. Learn to identify the most common dairy breeds in the United States.
Veterinary Feed Directive and your animals
Antimicrobials that you may have purchased in the past as over-the-counter for your feeding program will now require a VFD from your Veterinarian of Record.
How to raise backyard chickens
Backyard chickens can be a great addition to your backyard, but proper care is a must.
How to identify poisonous plants
Poison hemlock is not the only plant that you should be on the lookout for. Jimsonweed, pokeweed and black locust are potentially poisonous to livestock.
How to reduce vulture damage to cattle
Black vulture range and population numbers have expanded in the last 30 years resulting in increased property damage and livestock and pet depredation.
How to extend the life of your fence
A properly built and well-maintained fence can last a long time. A maintenance program can help you stay on schedule with routine fence checks and repairs.
