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Production
Weaner cattle need their own trainer
published: July 19th 2019 by: Kirsten Nickles and Anthony Parker source: The Ohio State University Department of Animal Science
The most common weaning method in the United States beef industry is the abrupt removal of calves from cows at 5-8 months of age (Enríquez et al., 2011). Natural weaning in beef cattle however, occurs later in life for a calf at 7-14 months of age (Reinhardt and Reinhardt, 1981)....
Feed & Nutrition
Are corn prices headed up?
published: July 18th 2019 by: John Kruse source: University of Missouri Extension
The outlook for corn prices is more positive because corn is likely to experience a significant downward supply shock. Not only will planted area be reduced, but the yields will also likely be significantly lower....
Industry News
Dead Fish in Summer? Low Dissolved Oxygen Is Usually the Culprit
published: July 17th 2019 by: Will Moseley source: Noble Research Institute
One of the most common calls we get during late summer regarding pond management is about a pond full of dead fish, and the owner wants to know what happened. People are worried the water has been poisoned and is unsafe....
New Products
Selling lambs or goats? AgriLife has an app for that
published: July 16th 2019 by: Susan Himes source: Texas AgriLife Today
SAN ANGELO — The Lamb and Goat Market Forecast app for iPhone helps producers pick the best time to sell by projecting marginal revenue per head. The Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service and the San Angelo State University information technology department developed the predictive program, and it’s available for free at https://apps....
Pastures & Forages
AgriLife forage specialist warns of possible post-Tropical Storm Barry armyworm outbreak
published: July 15th 2019 by: Adam Russell source: Texas AgriLife Today
OVERTON – Fall armyworms could follow rainfall delivered by Tropical Storm Barry, warns a Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service expert. Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service agents in a few Central and East Texas counties have reported armyworm activity in hayfields and pastures over the past few weeks....
Industry News
Texas A&M Ag Economics inducts new members to honor registry, including John Malazzo and Russell Boening
published: July 12th 2019 by: Blair Fannin source: Texas AgriLife Today
COLLEGE STATION – The Texas A&M University department of agricultural economics recently inducted new members to its Tyrus R. Timm Honor Registry. New inductees are Cathy Lemieux ‘85 Jody Hall ‘87 Rob Hall ’89 Fernando Palomo ’96 Nick Bamert ’81 Russell Boening ’81 Jimmie Holder ’53 Gen....
Industry News
Promoting beef sales in the online grocery shopping space
published: July 11th 2019 source: Beef Checkoff
As growth in digital grocery sales continues, grocers and retailers must ensure they are revising their digital marketing strategies to attract consumers to the digital shelf. The necessity for a strong marketing strategy to promote a digital retail experience is apparent; online grocery sales were 5....
Industry News
Ranch horse program part of TAM Beef Cattle Short Course
published: July 10th 2019 by: Adam Russell source: Texas AgriLife Today
COLLEGE STATION – The 2019 Ranch Horse Program, to be held Aug. 4 in College Station in conjunction with the Texas A&M Beef Cattle Short Course, will cover a range of topics for successful equine management....
Industry News
South Texas Farm & Ranch Club to meet July 18
published: July 9th 2019 source: South Texas Farm and Ranch Club
Kim and Mike Smith, owners and operators of K Bar M Ranch in Adkins, will be the July speakers for the South Texas Farm & Ranch Club. A diversified operation, the Smiths run Belted Galloway cattle, raise laying chickens, market eggs, and began raising honey bees last year....
Reproduction
Keeping cows bred in summer heat
published: July 8th 2019 source: VitaFerm
The summer heat can zap your energy faster than you can rattle off your favorite cow’s pedigree. A typical day of work will make most people tired but add in extreme heat and humidity and sometimes surviving feels like a job in itself....
Industry News
AgriLife Extension webinar to cover Texas pesticide laws, regulations on July 11
published: July 3rd 2019 by: Kay Ledbetter source: Texas AgriLife Today
COLLEGE STATION – Texas pesticide laws and regulations will be the topic of the July 11 natural resources webinar hosted by the Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service ecosystem science and management unit....
Industry News
Applications available for 44 Farms International Beef Cattle Academy
published: July 2nd 2019 by: Maggie L. Berger source: Texas A&M University Department of Animal Science
“Our inaugural class is wrapping up their learning experience, and student feedback so far has been tremendous,” says Reinaldo Cooke, program coordinator and associate professor at Texas A&M University....
Industry News
AgriLife Extension Sandhills Beef Cattle Conference set July 18
published: July 1st 2019 by: Susan Himes
MONAHANS– The Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service will hold the Sandhills Beef Cattle Conference on July 18. The event is hosted by the AgriLife Extension offices of Winkler, Loving, War, Crane, Andrews, Ector and Midland counties....
Industry News
Youth track to be featured as part of Texas A&M Beef Cattle Short Course
published: June 28th 2019 by: Blair Fannin source: Texas AgriLife Today
COLLEGE STATION – The Texas A&M Beef Cattle Short Course Aug. 5-7 at Texas A&M University in College Station will include a youth track featuring a number of educational sessions. A tour of the Texas A&M College of Veterinary Medicine and Biomedical Sciences will be one of the highlights along with a meat laboratory experience that includes smoking cooked beef products....
Herd Health
Controlling flies
published: June 27th 2019 by: Travis Meteer source: University of Illinois Extension
The wet spring has certainly provided favorable breeding conditions for flies. As we progress into the summer it is evident that fly pressure is and will be heavy. Although all flies do pose risk of irritation and thus lost dollars to beef producers, it is important to know there are four main types of flies that bother cattle: Stable fly, Horn fly, Face fly, and Horse fly....
Feed & Nutrition
Feeding moldy hay presents problems
published: June 26th 2019 source: Oklahoma State Extension
With the abundance of rain Oklahoma has received over the last several weeks, farmers and ranchers around the state are likely dealing with moldy hay and spoiled feed. Moldy or spoiled feed can present a health risk for a multitude of species, said Kris Hiney, Oklahoma State University Cooperative Extension equine specialist....
Industry News
Winter feeding program for beef cattle producers in Overton Aug. 16
published: June 25th 2019 by: Adam Russell source: Texas AgriLife Today
OVERTON – A program on the reduction of winter feeding by stockpiling warm-season forage and/or planting cool-season pastures is scheduled for Aug. 16 in Overton. The event is from 9:30 a....
Industry News
Demonstrations to be featured at Texas A&M Beef Cattle Short Course
published: June 24th 2019 by: Blair Fannin source: Texas AgriLife Today
COLLEGE STATION – Fence building, brush control, live cattle handling and a carcass fabrication demonstration will be featured at the Texas A&M Beef Cattle Short Course Aug....
Herd Health
Cattle and bruising
published: June 21st 2019 by: Steve Boyles source: The Ohio State University Extension
Cattle bruising is an animal well-being concern as well a loss in economic value. When loaded, 60% of cattle are in the middle portion of a trailer, 30% in the rear compartments and 10% in the nose. Cattle rarely change position while a trailer is in motion, and the cattle typically position themselves at right angles to the direction of travel to try to compensate for the trailer movement and focus energies on keeping their balance....
Breed News
AHA provides Hereford breeders with a comprehensive educational experience
published: June 20th 2019 source: American Hereford Association
More than 200 Hereford enthusiasts traveled to Kansas City, Mo., June 3-4, for two days jam-packed with sessions featuring some of the best marketers in the business. With presentations from professionals representing all sectors of the cattle industry, attendees at “The Brand” Marketing Summit gleaned insight on using traditional and digital platforms to better market their programs and to be advocates for the Hereford breed and the beef industry....
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