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Risk Management Workshops for Cattle Producers Set for March

Posted March 7, 202300:08:00

Livestock Risk Protection Insurance, Pasture Range and Forage Insurance as well as Annual Forage Insurance are all tools that cattle producers can utilize...

Scheduling Early Breeding Soundness Exams for Bulls Due to Extreme Winter Conditions

Posted March 6, 202300:08:22

Harsh conditions this winter has resulted in situations where bulls have experienced frost bite that has impacted fertility. Semen testing bulls early...

Understanding Traumatic Reticuloperitonitis in Cattle (Hardware Disease)

Posted January 23, 202300:13:17

Characteristics of Hardware Disease in cattle as well as management practices to minimize risk is discussed.

Heifers on Feed Indicate Long-Term Liquidation Still Occurring

Posted January 20, 202300:08:53

The percentage of heifers on feed as well as the percentage of feeder cattle sold all point to a declining cow herd in the US.

Summary of the Beef Heifer Replacement Forecast for 2023 Production Season

Posted January 16, 202300:09:43

Annual cow costs, replacement rate, interest expense and expected market prices all impact what a producer can afford to purchase a bred replacement...