Most cattle businesses in Alabama are cow-calf operations. The profitability of these operations is largely a function of the abilit...
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A systems approach to beef cattle production involves many working parts that influence the overall goal of the operation. Although ...
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When new calves are born and start growing, so does the threat of calf scours (diarrhea). A variety of infectious microorganisms, in...
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A good herd health program is essential for a profitable cattle operation. Healthier, better-performing cattle ensure production of ...
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Feed costs can make up 70 percent or more of the operating costs of swine production. To make the most of feed dollars, feed must su...
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This is the December excerpt of Beef Cow Herd Planning Calendar, ANR-0968-A.
Health Tips
Monitor cattle for lice.
Supplement ...
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This is the November excerpt of Beef Cow Herd Planning Calendar, ANR-0968-A.
Health Tips
Watch for lice and treat as needed.
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This is the October excerpt of Beef Cow Herd Planning Calendar, ANR-0968-A.
Health Tips
Heat stress conditions are still possibl...
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This is the September excerpt of Beef Cow Herd Planning Calendar, ANR-0968-A.
Health Tips
Reduce cattle stress during hot weathe...
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This is the August excerpt of Beef Cow Herd Planning Calendar, ANR-0968-A.
Health Tips
Reduce cattle stress during hot weather; ...
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This is the July excerpt of Beef Cow Herd Planning Calendar, ANR-0968-A.
Health Tips
Be careful to prevent heat stress–relat...
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This is the June excerpt of Beef Cow Herd Planning Calendar, ANR-0968-A.
Health Tips
Work cattle early in the morning to reduce ...
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