Nutrients for New Arrivals To cover the bases, these feeders take a balanced approach toward providing the right incoming supplement program by Gilda V. Bryant It’s no accident that hundreds of the nation’s feedyards are located in the Texas and Oklahoma Panhandles. Wide-open spaces, abundant corn and other commodities combined with the latest computer-based programs insure […]
Supplements
Nutrients for New Arrivals
To cover the bases, these feeders take a balanced approach toward providing the right incoming supplement program by Gilda V. Bryant It’s no accident that hundreds of the nation’s feedyards are located in the Texas and Oklahoma Panhandles. Wide-open spaces, abundant corn and other commodities combined with the latest computer-based programs insure the right amounts […]
High 5’s
Aiming for the best body condition score By Gilda V. Bryant Photos by Terryn Drieling Savvy cow-calf producers check body condition scores (BCS) before breeding, calving and weaning to determine their supplementation strategies. This easy-to-use management tool helps them monitor their animals’ body condition without scales or complicated formulas. Shane Gadberry, Ph.D., Professor of Ruminant […]
Supplement Sense
Terrific tips on how to get the most out of a nece$$ary input By Gilda V. Bryant Minerals are an expensive investment for cow-calf, stocker and commercial feedlot producers. Commonsense strategies keep minerals fresh and viable, whether they are stored in the barn or an outdoor feeder. Commercial feedyard managers make sure their cattle get […]
Bettin’ on Conception
If you want to get your cows bred back, start with these outstanding tips from the pros By Gilda V. Bryant Improving conception rates in cows and heifers depends on the correct mix of minerals, vitamins, protein and energy. The next calf crop also relies on bulls, cows and heifers that have received an increasing […]
One is ALIVE The other is NOT
Together they help digestion…a LOT By Gilda V. Bryant When added to beef cattle diets, prebiotics and probiotics may help maintain health, improve digestion and advance overall performance. These products enhance microbial balance in the intestine and rumen. Interest in these products has ramped up, especially with the implementation of the 2017 Veterinary Feed Directive […]
High 5’s
Aiming for the best body condition score By Gilda V. Bryant Photos by Terryn Drieling Savvy cow-calf producers check body condition scores (BCS) before breeding, calving and weaning to determine their supplementation strategies. This easy-to-use management tool helps them monitor their animals’ body condition without scales or complicated formulas. Shane Gadberry, Ph.D., Professor of Ruminant […]
Clean Wean
Reducing the trauma of this 45-day event will pay off down the road By Gilda V. Bryant Now that the spring calf crop is on the ground, it is time to develop a comprehensive marketing plan. Consider how to prepare calves to better survive the rigors of weaning, as well as vaccinations, branding, castration and […]
Happy Heifer
Healthy Heifer By Gilda V. Bryant Photos by Della Ehlke, Montana Replacement heifers are the hot topic of discussion in many coffee shops and sale barns. By paying attention to supplements, body condition and smart management strategies, producers will be able to give heifers exactly what they need to be profitable additions to the herd. […]
The BIG “Z”
What this critical trace mineral means to your cattle By Gilda V. Bryant Photos by Jodi Weber Many guys and gals make sure their cow-calf herds receive timely vaccinations, quality forage and hay, topped off with a mineral supplement program that includes trace minerals. One crucial trace mineral is zinc because it is involved in […]
