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  • Cow and calf in pasture

    Classes of Cattle

    Calves. Heifers. Cows. Bulls. Steers. Each class of cattle has its own unique nutritional requirements....

  • Cattle on pasture

    Diet and Nutrition for Cattle

    Growing beef cattle will consume approximately 2.5 percent of their body weight each day depending on forage conditions....

  • Cattle in pasture with flies buzzing around

    Fly Control in Cattle Herds

    Fly control in cattle herds is a critical part of an integrated pest management system and reducing your overall production costs....

  • Black cows walking in grass pasture

    Grass Tetany in Cattle

    Grass tetany, also known as “grass staggers”, “wheat pasture poisoning” & “winter tetany”, is a fatal metabolic disease caused by a low levels of magnesium in the blood serum of ruminant l...

  • Herford cows eating from trough.

    Help Freshly Weaned Calves Keep Their Appetite

    Weaning can be a stressful time for calves, but by starting on a transitional feed that is designed to get calves eating when their appetite is reduced can help their long-term performance....

  • cattle in pasture

    Keeping Cattle Parasite Free

    Parasites have several negative effects on cattle health and productivity. They suppress appetite, negatively impact growth, damage gut lining and make cattle more susceptible to disease....

  • brown cows eating mineral from feeder

    Managing Mineral Intake

    Minerals are an important part of the total ration for cows and calves. They are necessary for reproduction, health, growth and milk production....

  • 2 calves drinking water

    Shelter & Care Basics for Cattle

    When preparing to house cattle, it is important to consider factors including feeding capabilities, handling facilities, shelter, and removal of stressful conditions....