Now is the time to prevent feed shortages - Canadian Cattlemen
As we approach spring we should be preparing to plant and produce enough forage to support the needs of our livestock for the whole year.| Canadian Cattlemen
As we approach spring we should be preparing to plant and produce enough forage to support the needs of our livestock for the whole year.| Canadian Cattlemen
How to ensure your feeding programs meets the nutritional needs of lactating cows, and helps them rebreed quickly.| Canadian Cattlemen
Cows and bred heifers require 25 per cent more nutrients after calving than during late pregnancy. Milk production peaks eight weeks after calving. Feed| Canadian Cattlemen
Tips for feeding cows in the last stages of pregnancy so they deliver healthy calves.| Canadian Cattlemen
Researchers look at how yeast supplements can improve everything from rumen health to immune function in beef cattle.| Canadian Cattlemen
Many factors influence the success of a breeding season. Bulls must be in good shape to perform. The body condition of pregnant and lactating animals| 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
As summer ends and fall begins, beef cattle producers will soon start weaning their calves. During this period, cows will return from summer pastures and undergo pregnancy testing. This is an excellent time to evaluate the body condition of your cows. Weaker cows with low body condition should be grouped together and provided with extra […] Read more The post When the cows come home: Fall and winter feeding considerations appeared first on Canadian Cattlemen.| Canadian CattlemenCanadian Cattlemen
The science of fibre has advanced substantially over the past 10 years and newer fibre characteristic assessments can help formulate diets to reduce risk for both digestive disorders and production-limiting diets. The post The Science of Fibre in Diets for Finishing Cattle appeared first on Canadian Cattlemen.| Canadian CattlemenNutrition , Latest & Featured - Canadian Cattlemen
Perhaps we could think of supplementation as a tool for producers while their cattle are grazing. In this context, supplementation would be more like a multi-tool rather than a hammer. For example, supplementation can be used to offset nutritional deficiencies that are in forage, can be used to reduce forage intake, or can be used to increase forage intake.| Canadian Cattlemen
A well-planned and managed grazing season — focused on maximizing forage growth/production, adequate grazing management and appropriate mineral supplementation — can reduce production costs and increase profitability.| Canadian Cattlemen
There are a couple of important highlights that will affect the post-calving feeding program during this period.| Canadian Cattlemen
