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Cold Weather Challenges During Extreme Cold

Published January 25, 2026

NDSU Extension Livestock Systems Specialist Karl Hoppe recommends taking extra time to care for your cattle during extreme cold. "The main thing you've got to look out for is to make sure there's adequate bedding and windbreak protection and then…

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Understanding Feed Tags Key for Cattle Producers

Published December 22, 2025

Attendees of Central Dakota Ag Day at the Carrington Research Center got a hands-on look at livestock nutrition and feed management this week, with a focus on understanding feed tags. NDSU Extension Livestock System Specialist Carl Hoppe emphasized the importance…

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Cattle Stressed by Weather Changes

Published December 18, 2025

Northern cattle can handle most tough winter conditions, but NDSU Extension Livestock Systems Specialist Karl Hoppe says the up and down temperatures we’ve seen over the past week can be a problem. "When you ever have a weather event that…

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NDSU Expert Stresses Importance of Vaccinations

Published October 20, 2025

NDSU Livestock Systems Specialist Karl Hoppe says preparation for weaning calves begins with vaccinations. "The number one thing they always need to be concerned about is vaccinations and pre-vaccinations for the major cattle disease that we have out there," said…

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Increasing Revenue for Crops and Calves

Published November 18, 2024

Backgrounding is a popular choice this year for cattle producers. “You can delay marketing by backgrounding,” says Karl Hoppe, livestock systems specialist, North Dakota State University. “You can also add weight so you’re getting paid for more beef.” With low…

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Minimizing Weaning Stress

Published September 6, 2024

Weaning season is approaching quickly. Managing stress in calves is vital to minimize production losses from weaning. “I’ve always found out the best way to wean calves is to have the cows being fed something similar to what the calves…

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Calving Conditions to Watch Out For This Spring

Published April 10, 2024

NDSU Extension Livestock Specialist Karl Hoppe says that even with a warmer winter in much of the area, cold weather, mud, and high winds are what to watch for during this calving season. "We've had some pretty decent weather until…

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May Calving Can Help With Labor and Weather Issues

Published April 9, 2024

Calving season is in mid-swing for most ranchers, but not all. NDSU Extension Livestock Systems Specialist Karl Hoppe says that May calving is becoming more and more common in the upper Midwest. "We've seen lots of people switching to May…

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Important Calving Reminders

Published April 6, 2024

To keep calves healthy, it is important to make sure they are nursing and dry. NDSU Extension Livestock Specialist Karl Hoppe also warns that any calving sheds need to be well-ventilated. "You have to be careful about having these little…

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Muddying Things Up

Published March 22, 2024

Extreme mud conditions can come with the spring melt. NDSU Extension Livestock Systems Specialist Karl Hoppe advises farmers to take a proactive approach where they can. "If you can afford it having concrete would work wonderfully for a cowherd, but…

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