Cattle

Find articles on managing your cow-calf operation, including herd management, grazing systems, handling advice, and calving tips. This section also covers cattle equipment and products.

Managing Late-Harvested Corn Silage

Take precautions when harvesting maturing corn to ensure proper ensiling.

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Louisiana Man Accused of Cattle Theft in Texas

He took possession of more than $56,000 in cattle in December 2018. He paid the rancher with a personal check, but it was returned due to insufficient funds. Two more checks bounced.

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Meet the NCBA President

Jennifer Houston answers five questions about her background and her passion for the beef industry.

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Successful Farming TV Show

Don Landoll’s 1950 Ford 8N Tractor

By Successful Farming TV Show

Dave Mowitz visits with Don Landoll to see his beautifully restored Ford 8N.

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Machinery Insider

Sharing Farm Equipment

By Machinery Insider

Reduce machinery costs by jointly owning the equipment with another farmer. Sharing spreads the cost over more acres.

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Ageless Iron

Repel Wire-Eating Rodents

By Ageless Iron

Repel mice with a taste for wire covers.

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Reward Increased for 489 Steers missing from Texas Ranch

The reward has been increased to $10,000 for information on 489 steers missing from a ranch in eastern Clay County, Texas.

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Cover Crop Grazing Caution

Many farmers will be using cover crops as livestock forage this fall. Think twice before you do, here's why.

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Federal Meat Inspectors Face Work Overload, Burnout

A nine-month investigation by the Midwest Center for Investigative Reporting found that federal food inspectors are vulnerable to burnout, work overload, and other job hazards.

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Q&A: Sara Place of NCBA

This researcher is becoming a leading spokesperson on sustainably raised beef and its impact on the U.S. and the world.

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Minimizing Transportation Stress On Cattle

Minimize transportation stress on cattle as much as you can. It starts with good preparation and a competent truck driver.

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Feeding Newly-Weaned Calves

Properly weaning calves is critical for growth. It’s the job of the producer to make the transition from mom-to-feed-bunk as smooth as possible.

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Tip of the Day

Farmer-Built Bucket Opener Saves Hands

I built my own bucket-opening tool from a 12-inch-long piece of ½-inch rebar, 1½-inch length of ¾-inch angle iron bent to a V-shape, and a... read more