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SDSU Extension Offers Calving/Breeding Considerations

Published March 11, 2020

Coming off a tough 2019, there are things within the cowherd that producers should be watch for and adjust accordingly. South Dakota State University Extension cow/calf specialist Olivia Amundson says the first step is to make sure cows are in…

Conditions to Watch For this Calving Season

Published March 6, 2020

Conversations about calving were had at the Aberdeen Ag Expo. South Dakota State University Extension veterinarian Dr. Russ Daly says now is the time where miscarriages may occur. "We want to make sure there isn't a situation we can do…

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2020 Calving Season Off to a Good Start for Barnesville, MN Rancher

Published February 26, 2020

Barnesville, Minnesota rancher Jake Thompson describes this year’s calving season as a nice change of pace. The calves started to come at Four Hill Farms around February 1 and there haven’t been too many extremely cold nights in between. Thompson…

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Closer to Calving Calls for a Nutrition Switch

Published February 3, 2020

As cows get closer to calving, nutritional requirements change. South Dakota State University Extension cow/calf specialist Olivia Amundson says that’s why nutrition should be a top priority prior to calving. It’s easier to stay ahead of the game than play…

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Check Cow Nutrition After Calving

Published April 24, 2019

Calving season is in full swing across North Dakota, and the first two to three months post-calving are the most nutritionally demanding for cows. According to NDSU Extension, a 1,400-pound cow producing 20 pounds of milk per day needs ten…

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Watch for Sick Calves this Spring Season

Published April 18, 2019

Scours can be a problem in calves this time of year. NDSU Extension veterinarian Gerald Stokka says a majority of cases occur when calves are three to 16 days old. Inadequate nutrition, poor weather conditions and overcrowding in lots can…

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Calving Continues in the Northern Plains

Published April 18, 2019

Calving continues for many producers in the Northern Plains. At Badger, Minnesota farmer and rancher Shayne Isane has reached the halfway mark. "We calve out about 300 head, so that's a sizeable group." While Isane says it's been a long…

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Frerichs is “Fine-Tuning” for this Calving Season

Published March 28, 2019

From wind and snow to mud and rain, cattle producers have endured plenty of conditions this calving season. Wilmot farmer and rancher Jason Frerichs is hoping for better weather in northeast South Dakota. Until the start of calving in mid-April,…

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Managing Calving During Difficult Conditions

Published March 18, 2019

The prolonged cold and snow are creating challenges for livestock producers this winter. In the heart of calving season, producers are making management decisions to keep their animals safe and comfortable. According to NDSU Extension veterinarian Gerald Stokka, high risk…

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Keeping Calves Healthy

Published March 8, 2019

With the unwelcome winter weather, producers are trying to keep calves warm and healthy. According to Boehringer Ingelheim Professional Services Veterinarian Nathan Meyer, vigor (or lack of) is a true test of calf health. "They're usually not keeping up with…

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Articles tagged under: calving

SDSU Extension Offers Calving/Breeding Considerations

Conditions to Watch For this Calving Season

2020 Calving Season Off to a Good Start for Barnesville, MN Rancher

Closer to Calving Calls for a Nutrition Switch

Check Cow Nutrition After Calving

Watch for Sick Calves this Spring Season

Calving Continues in the Northern Plains

Frerichs is “Fine-Tuning” for this Calving Season

Managing Calving During Difficult Conditions

Keeping Calves Healthy

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