Analysis of forages is an important tool to develop strategic supplemental feeding strategies for beef cattle. Understanding the nut...
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Water is considered the most critical nutrient in beef cattle diets. Cattle diets are balanced for energy, protein, vitamins, and mi...
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The cereal leaf beetle, Olema melanopus, was introduced from Europe into Michigan in the 1950s and is slowly spreading southward. It...
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The threat of catastrophic loss due to disease outbreak is a primary concern for the Alabama beef industry. Beef producers should be...
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To ensure the proper use and effectiveness of cattle health products, beef producers must use FDA-approved products and use them onl...
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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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