If one stands by the fence and discusses calving, most producers are sympathetic to the late- calving cow. At least she has a live calf is the general response. That is true, but the challenge is to ...

When a new little one joins the world, it can be an exciting time, but not all births are easy. For beef cattle, it is important to know what is considered a medical emergency, according to the ...

Cow-calf producers in the Midwest that endure constant pasture and hay challenges have had to find alternative ways to raise cattle. Erika Lundy, Iowa State University Extension beef specialist, said ...

As this year’s calving season is underway, keeping track of statistics for newborn calves is always a challenge for livestock producers. A smartphone app by a Faulkton teen might help, day or night.

Anything that can be done to make an intensive block-calving period run as smoothly as possible will be advantageous for a busy farm team. It stems from preparing staff, processes and cows ahead of ...

As you know, the milk that my four cows produce does not provide my sole income. This means that I can be more flexible than most commercial dairy farmers with my management practices and breeding ...