BROOKINGS, S.D. – Registration is open for the 2025-2026 South Dakota State University Extension Calf Value Discovery program. Julie Walker, professor and SDSU Extension Beef Specialist, said the program provides producers with valuable information that can help them boost their operation’s bottom line and streamline decisions. “All producers have a target or end goal they […] The post Register Now for SDSU Extension Calf Value Discovery Program appeared first on Morning Ag Clips.| Morning Ag Clips
COLLEGE STATION, Texas — Weather trends toward drought have Texas cattle producers considering their options as cool-season forage planting gets underway. Much of the state has experienced an extended dry period in recent months. The lack of moisture has left many pastures and fields typically planted with cool-season forages for winter grazing sitting idle as producers […] The post Dry Spell Weighs on Texas’ Cool-Season Forage Planting appeared first on Morning Ag Clips.| Morning Ag Clips
Livestock owners across Colorado will see an increase in brand inspection fees starting October 1, 2025, with the five-year brand assessment fee also set to rise in January 2027. The State Board of Stock Inspection Commissioners has approved these changes after a comprehensive rulemaking process that included extensive stakeholder engagement. The Brand Inspection Division, which […]| Plainsman Herald
Global ag policies affect Canadian food policy, so the Canadian Cattle Association participates in international and domestic forums| Canadian Cattlemen
Buffalo fly is ranked the most significant animal production pest or disease faced by beef producers, costing the industry more than $170m each year through irritation, hide damage, lost production and cost of preventative treatment. The challenge for geneticists has been to identify measurable biological differences between resistant and susceptible animals within a breed, but recent research has provided encouraging progress in this area...Read More| Beef Central
Jamie Dickerman of Red River Farm Network and Randy Martinson of Martinson Ag Risk Management discuss ongoing news that is so far doing little to move grain markets on the Agweek Market Wrap.| Agweek
At the Ontario Sheep Field Day, farmers compared Rappa’s ATV fencing system and Gallagher’s SmartFence. Both aim to cut labour, speed up grazing moves, and expand access to pasture while working with solar energizers. The post Sheep producers weigh mobile fencing options at Ontario Sheep Field Day appeared first on Farmtario.| FarmtarioLivestock | Farmtario
Fears of a possible U.S. tariff on Canadian feeder cattle ignited concerns of a sharp market drop, but that didn’t happen. The post Delayed U.S. tariffs support Canadian feeder cattle complex appeared first on Manitoba Co-operator.| Manitoba Co-operatorColumns & Farming Articles - Manitoba Co-operator
Wildfires have exceeded all records in the 2023 season. Both British Columbia and Alberta are expected to see more than two million hectares destroyed. There has been steady growth in the number and size of wildfires since the 1980s. Drought, global warming and storms are generally the culprits and there has been plenty of smoke The post Smoke inhalation can affect cattle appeared first on Manitoba Co-operator.| Manitoba Co-operatorColumns & Farming Articles - Manitoba Co-operator
The common cold, SARS and COVID-19 are all caused by corona viruses and severity of infection varies. The same is true for bovine corona virus. Like other corona viruses, it can cause different syndromes and has long been known as a major cause of calf scours and respiratory disease. Animals with mild respiratory disease will The post Things to bear in mind with bovine corona virus appeared first on Manitoba Co-operator.| Manitoba Co-operatorColumns & Farming Articles - Manitoba Co-operator
By Zach Palma and Karen Lopez Roman Before talking about regenerative ranches, it’s important to understand the major challenges that livestock farming faces today in general, such as the demand... Read more »| Sky Island Alliance
In this episode of the Derivative podcast, we're hanging out with Bob Elliott, co-founder of Unlimited Funds. Bob used to work at small shop you may have heard of… Bridgewater, working his way from (nearly) the mail room to Ray Dalio’s right hand man. And now he's doing something pretty interesting - he's figured out how to systematically replicate what hedge funds do and package it into ETFs that regular investors can actually access. We dive into Bob's journey from the hedge fund world ...| RCM Alternatives
Jamie Dickerman of Red River Farm Network and Randy Martinson of Martinson Ag Risk Management discuss market response to USDA reports, lacking trade deals on the Agweek Market Wrap.| Agweek
During the pandemic, Langland Cattle Company launched its direct-to-consumer beef business. Shortly after, they started creating a skin care line using the beef tallow from their livestock.| Mitchell Republic
The Minnesota Pollution Control Agency is seeking input on an update to its animal feedlot rules, which regulate about 17,000 sites in the state.| Agweek
Jenny Schlecht was never all-in on things like balling a steer’s tail or fluffing a sheep’s legs. But she has a strong appreciation for the real-world lessons 4-H provides.| Perham Focus
The U.S. and Canadian beef cow herds remain in a contraction phase which is driving record beef market prices, analyst Jerry Klassen says.| Grainews
Jenny Schlecht was never all-in on things like balling a steer’s tail or fluffing a sheep’s legs. But she has a strong appreciation for the real-world lessons 4-H provides.| Park Rapids Enterprise
I'm not concerned with whether anyone won or lost, honestly, because while we're in the business of raising cattle, we're a lot more concerned with raising kids.| Park Rapids Enterprise
“Impact of livestock activity on water resources, soil and vegetation in Arizona” By Laura Gutiérrez, Universidad de la Sierra Project Summary The work consisted in studying seven springs in southern... Read more »| Sky Island Alliance
At Sky Island Alliance we’re happy and proud to celebrate Laura Patricia Gutiérrez Velásquez, who after several months of work with our team, advised by our Habitat Conservation Manager Sarah... Read more »| Sky Island Alliance
Having the basic skills and self-confidence to assist an animal that’s uncomfortable not only improves the animal’s welfare but can be the difference between calling the vet or not.| Country Guide
West Virginia University for about 20 years has been working on tracking feed and water intake of animals. What they've learned is some cattle have traits that make them more efficient than others.| Agweek
To the Heffernan Family, Five Marys Ranch is more than just a business; it’s a way of life. We met with Francie Heffernan (one of the eponymous five Marys) to learn more about her family’s Siskiyou County ranch, retail store and restaurant. What’s in a name? The story behind Five Marys Ranch Five Marys Ranch […] The post Five Marys Ranch: Caring For the Land, Their Animals and The Community appeared first on California Grown.| California Grown
This week was an exciting milestone at Deluisio Angus as 239L delivered her first calf. He is already showing a friendly temperament, a trait we […] The post 239L Welcomes Her First Calf appeared first on Blog of Cody Deluisio.| Blog of Cody Deluisio
I'm not concerned with whether anyone won or lost, honestly, because while we're in the business of raising cattle, we're a lot more concerned with raising kids.| Detroit Lakes Tribune
The world leans toward chaotic right now, but Jenny Schlecht has found some peace in the cold nights of checking heifers that are near calving.| Detroit Lakes Tribune
Manitoba "is committed to taking strong action on many fronts to improve the health of the lake and its tributaries," wrote Mike Moyes, the province's environment and climate change minister.| Detroit Lakes Tribune
Shafer’s leadership and vision have been widely praised by industry peers, who describe him as humble, principled and driven by service to the beef industry.| Detroit Lakes Tribune
Camera installations on the farm is a growing area for one Brainerd-area business.| Detroit Lakes Tribune
Jenny Schlecht was never all-in on things like balling a steer’s tail or fluffing a sheep’s legs. But she has a strong appreciation for the real-world lessons 4-H provides.| Detroit Lakes Tribune
Jenny Schlecht was never all-in on things like balling a steer’s tail or fluffing a sheep’s legs. But she has a strong appreciation for the real-world lessons 4-H provides.| Bemidji Pioneer
Jenny Schlecht was never all-in on things like balling a steer’s tail or fluffing a sheep’s legs. But she has a strong appreciation for the real-world lessons 4-H provides.| Alexandria Echo Press
By 2026, it's expected that 5 to 6 million beef on dairy crossed cattle will be in the marketplace.| Agweek
Agriculture-related damage from western North Dakota fires include burnt cropland, along with killed or injured livestock and destroyed pastures, stored feedstuffs, farmsteads, and fencing.| Agweek
Wildfires and lack of precipitation could make this year's forage production lower than desired.| Agweek
I'm not concerned with whether anyone won or lost, honestly, because while we're in the business of raising cattle, we're a lot more concerned with raising kids.| Grand Forks Herald
The world leans toward chaotic right now, but Jenny Schlecht has found some peace in the cold nights of checking heifers that are near calving.| Grand Forks Herald
The lawsuit, filed Wednesday in Burleigh County, claims the governor and a few ag associations wield virtually complete control over who ends up on the board.| Grand Forks Herald
New dairy facilities are proposed at Hillsboro and Abercrombie.| Grand Forks Herald
Camera installations on the farm is a growing area for one Brainerd-area business.| Grand Forks Herald
Jenny Schlecht was never all-in on things like balling a steer’s tail or fluffing a sheep’s legs. But she has a strong appreciation for the real-world lessons 4-H provides.| Grand Forks Herald
Mexico rebukes the cattle import suspension by the U.S., which was put in place on Sunday, May 11.| Agweek
Jamie Dickerman of Red River Farm Network and Randy Martinson of Martinson Ag Risk Management discuss how this week's WASDE report shook up the markets on the Agweek Market Wrap.| Agweek
The U.S. Department of Agriculture will spend up to $750 million to build a sterile fly production facility in Texas to fight the flesh-eating livestock pest New World screwworm, USDA Secretary Brooke Rollins said on Friday, Aug. 15.| Manitoba Co-operator
In July 2025, Kay County Commissioner Shane Jones was indicted for the theft of Newkirk Public Schools board member Jeff Schieber's cattle.| NonDoc
On August 1, the Saskatchewan Cattle Association raised the provincial portion of its check-off, raising the total check-off from $4.50 to $5.25 per head.| Canadian Cattlemen
Springtime has been good on the ranch for the Eppich family with cows and bulls in the pasture and healthy foals.| Grainews
The reemergence of the New World Screwworm has left many ranchers concerned for their herds. Learn more about what's being done here!| National Land Realty News
Dairy heifers aren’t like beef animals. They are insanely curious. And cliquey, like a group of high school girls. At any moment a group of two or three may decide that this crowd just isn’t for them and split off to take selfies in the bathroom or lord knows what. This makes them different to move and to work. Indeed, they were waiting for us, watching our approach and batting their eyelashes. The post Hungry Heifers appeared first on Paicines Ranch.| Paicines Ranch
Grefsrud Farm and JDD&K Farm, both near Hawley, Minnesota, are being recognized as 2025 Century Farms.| Agweek
This research project examined yields of several forage varieties at sites across North America.| Canadian Cattlemen
Efforts to trace the bovine tuberculosis case in a cow discovered last fall have put several farms in quarantine and under financial pressure.| Canadian Cattlemen
Turns out, we're in drought conditions in North Dakota about as often as we're not. Jenny Schlecht reflects on that and how much we worry about drought really depends on timing.| Park Rapids Enterprise
Jenny Schlecht reflects on the life of her daughter's cow and how growing up on a ranch is teaching her girls lessons in work ethic, caring for living things and carrying on through hard times.| Park Rapids Enterprise
Jenny Schlecht reflects on the life of her daughter's cow and how growing up on a ranch is teaching her girls lessons in work ethic, caring for living things and carrying on through hard times.| Detroit Lakes Tribune
An April Fool's Day storm brought a flurry of early-morning calves to Jenny Schlecht's place.| Detroit Lakes Tribune
Explore how the cattle futures market empowers ranchers to manage price volatility, hedge risk, and strengthen long-term livestock operations| Land & Ranches for Sale in Western & Southeastern United States | Live Water ...
Turns out, we're in drought conditions in North Dakota about as often as we're not. Jenny Schlecht reflects on that and how much we worry about drought really depends on timing.| Alexandria Echo Press
Becca (Grimes) Francis, of Gilmer, Texas, and Sydni (Borders) Lammers, of Kilgore, Texas, were recognized for their achievements in beef cattle research.| Agweek
Turns out, we're in drought conditions in North Dakota about as often as we're not. Jenny Schlecht reflects on that and how much we worry about drought really depends on timing.| Grand Forks Herald
Jenny Schlecht reflects on the life of her daughter's cow and how growing up on a ranch is teaching her girls lessons in work ethic, caring for living things and carrying on through hard times.| Grand Forks Herald
An April Fool's Day storm brought a flurry of early-morning calves to Jenny Schlecht's place.| Grand Forks Herald
Randy Koenen of Red River Farm Network and Randy Martinson of Martinson Ag Risk Management discuss whether the cattle market has reached its top on the Agweek Market Wrap.| Agweek
Social media, news articles and conversations around the dinner table don’t always have a positive story to tell about Canadian beef.| Canadian Cattlemen
The recent foot-and-mouth disease outbreak in Germany tells us that we all collectively need to be on the lookout for it.| Grainews
08 August 2023 The Honourable Dr Susan Close MP, Deputy Premier and Minister for Climate, Environment and Water, South Australia The Honourable Claire Scriven MLC, Minister for Primary Industries a…| ConservationBytes.com
During calving season, implement key strategies for managing calf health before birth focusing on nutrition, vaccination, colostrum needs, and environmental considerations.| grow.ifa.coop
In a few weeks on Earth Day, April 22, both films “Kiss the Ground” and “Common Ground” are premiering on Prime Video. “Kiss the Ground” was previously on Netfli…| Regenetarianism
The Kishkan and Swaan families of Pinnacle View Livestock at Quesnel, B.C., were awarded the 2024 Canadian Limousin Association Award of Distinction.| Canadian Cattlemen
The world leans toward chaotic right now, but Jenny Schlecht has found some peace in the cold nights of checking heifers that are near calving.| Wadena Pioneer Journal
Jorgensen Land and Cattle is the largest seedstock producer in the nation, creating well-balanced Angus cattle.| Agweek
Randy Koenen of Red River Farm Network and Randy Martinson of Martinson Ag Risk Management discuss the impact of upcoming ag reports and retaliatory tariffs on the Agweek Market Wrap.| Agweek
Recently my friend, Eco-Nutrition by Sara Keough, shared with me a link to the Nutrition with Judy podcast episode with Dr. Frank Mitloehner entitled, The Truth about Grain-Fed Meat. Aside from sha…| Regenetarianism
The world leans toward chaotic right now, but Jenny Schlecht has found some peace in the cold nights of checking heifers that are near calving.| Park Rapids Enterprise
Complete proteins, or animal-derived proteins, are important because they consist of not just protein but many other nutrients.| Canadian Cattlemen
In the cattle industry, every dollar counts. With fluctuating markets and rising costs, producers must constantly evaluate their nutritional, management and operational strategies to maximize efficiency. Each decision made on the farm has significant implications, making it crucial to weigh the pros and cons carefully. When the road to higher productivity seems unclear, industry benchmarks […] Read more The post Benchmarking: A path to better practices in the Canadian beef industry appeared...| Canadian CattlemenLivestock , Latest & Featured - Canadian Cattlemen
Western Canadian beef producers discuss how they're dealing with several years of drought.| Canadian Cattlemen
The post The Newest Solution to the Challenges Facing Montana’s Ranches and Farms appeared first on The Montana Land Steward.| The Montana Land Steward
Since Alberta barley prices made seasonal lows in September 2024, the market has been percolating higher. In early September, Lethbridge feedlots were buying feed barley for $255-$260/tonne delivered. In late December 2024, Lethbridge feedlots were buying barley for as high as $315/tonne for spot delivery. The 10-year average barley price delivered Lethbridge is around $270/tonne. […] Read more The post Feed grain update for 2025 appeared first on Canadian Cattlemen.| Canadian CattlemenCanadian Cattlemen
Long-time Alberta cattle rancher discusses how he adjusts his grazing and feeding plans based on conditions.| Canadian Cattlemen
Chad and Stacey Meunier own Meunier Livestock Ltd. where they raise 4,500 cows, manage a finishing feedlot and crop forages to feed their cattle.| Country Guide
For anyone reading this that doesn’t already know, albedo is the fraction of light that a surface reflects. It’s measured on a scale of 0 to 1. At 0 all light is absorbed. At 1 all ligh…| Regenetarianism
A “microbiome” is all the microbes (bacteria, fungi, viruses and their genes) living in a specific environment, and how they all interact with each other.| Canadian Cattlemen
As we approach the end of the fall calf run, feedlots are working diligently to get new calves on full feed as quickly as possible. This fall brought above-average temperatures and fewer storms, making it easier for feedlots to get calves settled and eating well. With calf prices at record highs, these calves must grow […] Read more The post Cattle growth-enhancing technologies: A win-win for beef producers and consumers appeared first on Canadian Cattlemen.| Canadian CattlemenLivestock , Latest & Featured - Canadian Cattlemen
New products that can be added to animal feed are being promoted to reduce greenhouse gas – specifically enteric methane emissions – in dairy and beef| Best Food Facts
Examines feed requirements of big vs. small beef cows, as well as weaning weights of the calves.| Canadian Cattlemen
The December live cattle futures made a low of $173.50 on September 9. At the time of writing this article, the December contract was $189. During September and October, the live cattle futures rallied about $16. In the U.S., the four largest packing firms handle 85 per cent of all steer and heifer purchases. Apparently, […] Read more The post Stronger demand and lower supplies boost price appeared first on Canadian Cattlemen.| Canadian CattlemenMarket talk , Latest & Featured - Canadian Cattlemen
Jenny Schlecht let her daughter stay home from school one morning, where the 12-year-old got hands-on learning experiences that wouldn't be possible in a classroom.| Mitchell Republic
Pen riders move through the feedlot corrals on horseback, watching the cattle with a sharp eye. They are looking for illness, weaving through the herd day after day. They hear the animal with atypical interstitial pneumonia (AIP) before they see it. There’s a rattle in the heifer’s breathing and loud grunting. When they locate the […] Read more The post Serotonin may be key to solving pneumonia puzzle in cattle appeared first on Canadian Cattlemen.| Canadian CattlemenLivestock , Latest & Featured - Canadian Cattlemen
Jenny Schlecht let her daughter stay home from school one morning, where the 12-year-old got hands-on learning experiences that wouldn't be possible in a classroom.| Agweek
Randy Koenen of Red River Farm Network and Randy Martinson of Martinson Ag Risk Management discuss market movers following a bullish WASDE report on the Agweek Market Wrap.| Agweek
Jenny Schlecht let her daughter stay home from school one morning, where the 12-year-old got hands-on learning experiences that wouldn't be possible in a classroom.| Grand Forks Herald
Reading Time: 3minutes Every day hundreds of thousands of animals are transported across Canadian highways without mishap, but every so often, there is an unfortunate accident with animal deaths and injuries. Alberta has developed an emergency network because of the huge numbers of cattle transported to feedlots and packing plants. While this network is invaluable, there’s also an […] Read more The post Be ready to help if livestock involved in accidents appeared first on Alberta Farmer E...| Alberta Farmer ExpressLatest Beef 911 Stories - Alberta Farmer Express
This year, crop yields in the Prairies have improved significantly compared to the last few years, thanks to increased rainfall in Western Canada. However, the dry and hot conditions in July and August negatively affected cereal grain quality in some areas. This weather occurred during a critical growth period for barley, specifically during the filling […] Read more The post Light barley: To buy or not to buy? appeared first on Canadian Cattlemen.| Canadian CattlemenFeatures , Latest & Featured - Canadian Cattlemen
More beef farmers and ranchers are considering TMR mixers to feed their cattle herds. Here's helpful information to help choose the right one.| Canadian Cattlemen
Whether it's grazing or finding feed for their herds in the winter, beef producers are asking how they can better prepare for drought.| Canadian Cattlemen
Research comparing corn to barley diets for cattle in feedlots.| Canadian Cattlemen
A comprehensive new guidebook provides insight into the role of dung insects in cattle pastures, and how to foster health insect populations| Canadian Cattlemen
How low-stress cattle handling keeps cattle healthier, especially in feedlots, and tips for keeping bovine stress lower.| Canadian Cattlemen
