Real Agriculture

JUNE 19, 2024

The Canadian Agricultural Hall of Fame has named four inductees for 2024, including a forage breeder, a canola believer, an entomologist, and a cattle genetics leader.

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Western FarmPress

SEPTEMBER 27, 2023

Beef Column: Improve the palatability of corn plant residue to increase the amount cattle consume.

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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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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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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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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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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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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

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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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

NOVEMBER 14, 2024

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

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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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ATTRA

SEPTEMBER 26, 2024

Ember Cattle Company: A Soil for Water Case Study Becky Szarzynski Rockbridge County, Virginia Becky Szarzynski is the owner and operator of Ember Cattle Company in Fairfield in Rockbridge County, Virginia. Becky raises South Poll cattle as a cow-calf operation, breeds replacement heifers, and sells seed stock on 160-acres of land.

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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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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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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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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

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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ProAg

JULY 11, 2023

Drought isn’t anything new for cattle producers. But if you’re just starting out or dealing with your driest year yet, consider these 9 tips from seasoned cattle ranchers: Plan early and with minimal expectations of rain. Know your cattle inventory. Know your cattle inventory. Don’t try to feed as normal.

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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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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

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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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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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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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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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

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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Western FarmPress

DECEMBER 19, 2023

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

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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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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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Farmbrite

NOVEMBER 17, 2023

Cattle ranching is a demanding profession, it's essential to be prepared for the challenges that a harsh winter can bring. This blog will guide cattle ranchers on how to prepare for winter and ensure the well-being of their livestock. Proper insulation is essential to maintain a comfortable and warm environment for your cattle.

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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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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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Farmbrite

NOVEMBER 17, 2023

Cattle ranching is a demanding profession, and as we head into the winter season of 2023, it's essential to be prepared for the challenges that a harsh winter can bring. This blog will guide cattle ranchers on how to prepare for the impending winter and ensure the well-being of their livestock.

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Real Agriculture

OCTOBER 11, 2024

In early November, the Canadian Agricultural Hall of Fame will induct four new members, including a forage breeder, a canola believer, an entomologist, and a cattle genetics leader. This is the first of four interviews, each featuring one of the inductees. Dr. Michael Eskin of the University of Manitoba is set to be inducted into.

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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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West Texas Livestock

MAY 28, 2024

Hay bale storage, a vital aspect of cattle production, takes center stage, particularly in winter when natural forages are scarce. The staggering 4.6 million acres of hay harvested in Texas in 2023 underscore the pivotal role of hay production in sustaining livestock operations.

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