West Texas Livestock

MARCH 17, 2024

Mineral supplementation is an essential component of any successful cattle operation. It is important that your cattle get all of the minerals that their bodies need. Minerals are the building blocks for growth, reproduction, and basic maintenance.

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Real Agriculture

APRIL 26, 2024

(Those are covered in this video) A soil pit in this pasture that Steve Kenyon of Greener Pastures Ranching has grazed cattle on for about 20 years shows the results of using animal impact and strategic rest periods to build not just. Read More What does soil look like after 20 years of applying the GRASS principles?

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Real Agriculture

AUGUST 29, 2024

With tight margins and a push for improved soil health being the status quo in most cattle operations, producers are working with researchers to find new and innovative ways to improve economical profitability while also improving soil for the next generation of farmers.

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Western FarmPress

MARCH 4, 2024

As Texas and Oklahoma wildfires consume rangeland forage, livestock specialists outline stop-gap nutritional management strategies.

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AgriLife Today

APRIL 17, 2024

Focus on beef cattle and hay economic outlooks, forage weed control The Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service will host the South Texas Beef and Forage Field Day on May 8 in Beeville. Read More → The post South Texas Beef and Forage Field Day set for May 8 in Beeville appeared first on AgriLife Today.

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AgriLife Today

OCTOBER 20, 2023

Digital agriculture, forage systems, beef cattle genetics featured topics The Texas A&M AgriLife Research Station at Beeville will host a field day Nov. 2 featuring a broad overview of new technology used in beef cattle production systems. The post AgriLife Research field day to cover new tech in cattle systems Nov.

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Western FarmPress

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

Beef Outlook: The USDA cattle report shows the impact of drought, and the need for producers to find forage to rebuild inventory.

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West Texas Livestock

NOVEMBER 19, 2023

Formulating a ration for cattle is critical to any successful beef operation. There are times when forages alone will not supply what the cows need for the stage they are in. Supplements are […] The post The surprisingly easy way to build a cattle ration appeared first on West Texas Livestock Growers.

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West Texas Livestock

JUNE 9, 2024

While the necessity of feeding supplements in cattle operations is undeniable, it’s not a task that most ranchers relish. As we all know, feed costs can be a significant financial burden, often constituting the most considerable portion of annual expenses.

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Western FarmPress

JUNE 3, 2024

Some feel the cattle herd is rebuilding, but no one will know until next year. Find out why in Derrell Peel's column.

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Modern Farmer

SEPTEMBER 29, 2023

For Cory Carman, choosing to raise cattle outside of the feedlot system always seemed intuitive. Driving the I-5 between LA and San Francisco, I was like, ‘Oh, this is what people think cattle ranching is.’” Native grasses and herbs store carbon in the ground and provide forage for cattle.

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Farmers Weekly

OCTOBER 23, 2023

Many in the industry expect a more consistent back end to the cattle trade this year, with forage in plentiful supply and a beef price 40-50p/kg up on the year, adding £160 […] The post Firmer finished beef values drive strong suckled calf trade appeared first on Farmers Weekly

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Western FarmPress

AUGUST 15, 2023

The 2023 Ohio Conservation Farm Family Award winners are focused on producing sustainable cattle.

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Western FarmPress

DECEMBER 19, 2023

Beef Brief: Monitor and adjust feed regimens by incorporating high-quality forages.

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West Texas Livestock

NOVEMBER 4, 2024

Minerals play a crucial role in keeping your cattle healthy, supporting everything from growth to reproduction. However, figuring out the right amount of dietary minerals for your herd is more complex than you might think.

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Western FarmPress

DECEMBER 28, 2023

Depending on your grazing strategy and how forages produced will factor into where you are at right now in feeding your cattle.

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ProAg

OCTOBER 3, 2023

Cattle producers need to be on the lookout for nitrate toxicity in forage this year. Adverse weather can create non-ideal growing conditions that translate into the forage you’ll eventually store away. Livestock sensitive to nitrates in order of severity include pigs, cattle, sheep and horses.

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Western FarmPress

SEPTEMBER 7, 2023

The amount of required supplementation for cattle varies depending on forage quality, which typically declines as the season changes from summer to fall.

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West Texas Livestock

OCTOBER 11, 2024

This need is because, during this time, most of your tame pasture forages go into dormancy. Maintaining an adequate protein level in the diet is vital for your cattle. It is needed to […] The post Skyrocket cattle growth with protein tubs and smart feeding appeared first on West Texas Livestock Growers.

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West Texas Livestock

FEBRUARY 26, 2024

Salt, along with other minerals, is necessary to sustain life in cattle. The interesting thing about salt is that cattle have a natural “urge” […] The post The uncommonly simplified guide to why cattle need salt appeared first on West Texas Livestock Growers.

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ProAg

SEPTEMBER 27, 2023

This month’s weather is offering prime growing conditions for cool-season forage production. Cattle producers seeking to maximize this window could see maximum forage yields. In fact, keeping one pound of weeds down, even in a dry pasture, could boost forage production by an additional two pounds.

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Agricultural Biodiversity

FEBRUARY 26, 2024

There was extensive interbreeding between farmers and the local transitional foragers/herders before with the expansion of pastoralist groups into Europe from the Eurasian steppes around 3300 BC. Inference of Admixture Origins in Indigenous African Cattle. Jeremy interviews one of the authors on his podcast. Flax for seed or fibre use?

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AgriLife Today

AUGUST 25, 2023

Two tour tracts highlight cropping systems, forage sorghums, beef feedlot research Producers in the Texas High Plains can hear about the latest management research on summer crops ranging from sorghum to corn to watermelons, as well as irrigation and cattle at the Summer Crops Field Day Sept.

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West Texas Livestock

MARCH 13, 2024

Providing a feed supplement to cattle that are grazing in certain areas is expected, and for good reason. Cattle often cannot get enough from just rangelands to meet their nutritional requirements. Food […] The post How to make the best cattle feed supplement plan possible appeared first on West Texas Livestock Growers.

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Food Politics

JANUARY 16, 2024

Cattle raised on lifelong grass diets, termed “pasture finished,” have been traditionally thought to be more environmentally friendly. But the study delves into a more comprehensive analysis, considering factors beyond direct greenhouse gas emissions.

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AgriLife Today

APRIL 24, 2024

Brush management, cattle nutrition among topics The Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service offices in Atascosa, Bexar, Guadalupe and Wilson counties will host a beef and forage workshop on May 10 in Stockdale. The event will be from 8:30 a.m.-3 at the Kosciusko Community Hall, 7975 Farm-to-Market Road 541 East.

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AgriLife Today

JULY 26, 2023

69th annual Beef Cattle Short Course set for Aug. 7-9 in Bryan-College Station Looking back at 40 years of advances in the beef industry and toward the next 40 years of opportunities and challenges will be the highlight of the general session during the 69th annual Texas A&M Beef Cattle Short Course in Bryan-College Station set for.

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West Texas Livestock

SEPTEMBER 17, 2024

Winter can be a challenging season for cattle, but with the proper preparation, you can keep your herd healthy and thriving. As the cold months approach, it’s crucial to plan for everything from proper nutrition to shelter.

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West Texas Livestock

NOVEMBER 23, 2023

It’s something that usually occurs when cattle are eating lush spring grass or annual cereal forages. However, it can also happen when cattle are fed harvested forages like silage or hay. When people think about tetany, they think of something that happens only during the spring.

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West Texas Livestock

DECEMBER 1, 2023

A wheat pasture is a valuable resource for many cattle operations. This plant is a valuable source of high-quality forage when most other forages are low in quantity and quality.

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UnderstandingAg

DECEMBER 31, 2024

The increased diversity also provides more nutrient-dense pastures for our cattle to graze on. Instead, lets talk about cattle and making money. Yes, I said we are making more money with fewer cattle. Early spring grazing is another advantage to having a stockpile of forage. What class of livestock are they?

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West Texas Livestock

NOVEMBER 24, 2024

However, it can also happen when cattle are fed harvested forages like silage or hay. When people hear ‘grass tetany,’ they usually think of spring – lush grasses, green pastures, and cows grazing happily. But tetany can sneak up on you even in winter when you feed your cows hay or silage.

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ProAg

DECEMBER 21, 2023

Always invest in good cattle-handling facilities. Understand risk insurance programs such as Pasture, Rangeland, Forage (PRF) insurance and Livestock Risk Protection (LRP). Talk to your trusted ProAg agent for more information on Livestock Risk Protection (LRP) and Pasture Rangeland Forage (PRF) insurance.

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West Texas Livestock

OCTOBER 30, 2023

It is used to supplement cattle’s nutritional needs when forages become dormant. However, when it comes to feeding harvested forages, you need to know what you have in order to understand what to provide. Hay is an essential part of any winter feeding program.

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West Texas Livestock

OCTOBER 10, 2023

This need is because, during this time, most of your tame pasture forages go into dormancy. Maintaining an adequate protein level in the diet is vital for your cattle. Protein supplements are often needed during the fall and winter months. When this happens, things like their protein content will go down.

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West Texas Livestock

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

Formulating a ration for cattle is critical to any successful beef operation. There are times when forages alone will not supply what the cows need for their stage. When it comes that time, you will need to provide a supplement that will fill in the gaps to keep them producing.

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Western FarmPress

NOVEMBER 14, 2024

Estimating grain residue carefully and implementing appropriate grazing strategies are essential.

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