Beef Conformation: Hind Legs

September 24, 2018
in Beef

*This is an excerpt from Beef Conformation Basics, ANR-1452. Hind leg structure is one of the primary indicators of an animal’s...
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Pinkeye in Cattle

September 21, 2018
in Beef, Health, Livestock

Learn about the signs of pinkeye in cattle, how it is transmitted, and what you can do to help prevent, control, and treat this infe...
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Cowpea Curculio Management

September 21, 2018
in Integrated Pest Management (IPM)

This video discusses cowpea curculio scouting methods and management. Producers should consult the main author or any of the Alabama Extensi...
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Strategies for Using Baleage in Beef Cattle Operations

September 21, 2018
in Beef, Forages, Nutrition

Haylage and baleage are terms often used interchangeably. Haylage is harvested forage ensiled at 40 to 60 percent moisture. Dry hay,...
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Mineral Requirements for Beef Cattle in Alabama

September 21, 2018
in Beef, Nutrition

Minerals needed in amounts greater than 100 parts per million (ppm) are considered macrominerals. Those required in amounts less tha...
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Considerations for Mineral Supplementation in Cow-Calf Operations

September 21, 2018
in Beef, Nutrition

Know the points to consider when purchasing mineral supplements for the cow-calf operation. Consumption Levels The inclusion of sa...
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Beef Conformation: Pasterns

September 20, 2018
in Beef

*This is an excerpt from Beef Conformation Basics, ANR-1452. Pasterns are also important to consider when evaluating structural c...
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Beef Conformation: Hooves

September 20, 2018
in Beef

*This is an excerpt from Beef Conformation Basics, ANR-1452. The hoof is one of the more complex aspects to consider when evaluat...
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Beef Conformation Basics

September 20, 2018
in Beef, Management

Beef cattle producers now have more tools than ever to help them evaluate the genetic merit of animals to be used as parents of the ...
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Northern Harrier

September 20, 2018
in Forestry & Wildlife, Wildlife

*This is an excerpt from Common Birds of Prey of Alabama, ANR – 1386. Though most raptors hunt from high above, the northern harrier is...
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Sharp-Shinned Hawk

September 20, 2018
in Forestry & Wildlife, Wildlife

*This is an excerpt from Common Birds of Prey of Alabama, ANR – 1386. Averaging less than 7 ounces, the sharp-shinned hawk is one of Al...
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Broad-Winged Hawk

September 20, 2018
in Forestry & Wildlife, Wildlife

*This is an excerpt from Common Birds of Prey of Alabama, ANR – 1386. With similar habitat preferences to the red-shouldered hawk, the ...
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