Articles tagged under: weaning
Weathering the Storm
Published November 9, 2022
Freshly weaned calves are more susceptible to sickness from the cold, wet weather, NDSU Extension Veterinarian Gerald Stokka reminds ranchers to monitor for pneumonia following the storm. "Hopefully, weaned calves have settled down and are eating creep feed so their…Tips for Sale Day
Published October 25, 2022
Weaned calves are starting to filter through sale barns. When marketing calves. South Dakota State University Cow/Calf Field Specialist Olivia Amundson encourages the rancher to have a good health program in place for the calves. "When we collected data last…Grazing Corn Residue
Published October 14, 2022
With harvest going full speed, the option to graze corn residue is on the table for livestock producers. North Dakota State University Beef Cattle Specialist Zac Carlson says it’s a win-win for soil health and as a cattle feed source.…A Game Changer When Backgrounding Calves
Published January 26, 2022
University of Minnesota Cow/Calf Reproduction Extension Educator Eric Mousel says improving or maintaining the weaning percentage of cow herds is an issue everywhere. "We really struggle, particularly with winter and spring calving with calf health. We tend to see weaning…Calf and Cow Nutrition Both Important During Weaning
Published October 21, 2020
The fall months have been dry throughout much of South Dakota, with the latest USDA pasture and rangeland conditions coming in at 31 percent poor-to-very poor. That has altered plans for cattle producers. South Dakota State University Extension cow/calf specialist…With Weather Challenges, Watch Weaned Calves Closely
Published December 1, 2019
Cattle producers should keep a close eye on freshly weaned calves with the tough weather conditions. A lot of the challenges started in the spring, when calves were born in the rain, snow and cold. Some calves may not have…Reminders for Grazing Cattle on Corn Stalks
Published November 23, 2018
From weaning calves to pregnancy checking cows, cattle producers are staying busy this fall. In the midst of it all, harvest is still taking place. As corn harvest progresses, Taylor Grussing, a cow/calf specialist with South Dakota State University Extension,…Focus on a Solid Calf Health Program
Published November 15, 2018
With a delay in harvest, some farmers and ranchers are still weaning calves. Dr. Peggy Thompson, cattle professional services veterinarian with Boehringer Ingelheim, says calf health is key. From cow/calf to feedlot producers, a sound health program can benefit all…Health and Nutrition Aid in Calf Weaning Success
Published October 18, 2018
When weaning and backgrounding calves, producers should have strong health and nutrition plans in place. Janna Kincheloe, a livestock systems specialist at the NDSU Hettinger Research Extension Center, says this is the key to increase feed efficiency and gain. "Keeping…