Whether confinement feeding of beef cows is part of a cropping and livestock integrated system, or if cows have been displaced due to drought or fire, there are several key concepts to keep in ...

Strong cattle markets are driving significant investments in bulls, but proper management remains critical to protect that ...

Evaluation of bulls for breeding soundness is one of the most neglected management practices of Indiana’s cattle producers. A bull is expected to breed 20 to 50 cows during the breeding season and too ...

Denise Schwab says following a formula she calls ABC 60 should help ensure bulls are ready for breeding season. The 60 refers to the bull’s status 60 days ahead of being turned out with the cows. “A ...

Most pastures are blanketed with snow or shades of brown, but it will soon be time to introduce bulls to cows as breeding season begins. That means breeding soundness exams should be on the calendar, ...