By Wes Ishmael Reducing the need for antibiotics is key to preserving their use. Second of a six-part series. | | By Burt Rutherford Now that we are past the magical 100 days into the Trump administration, will the GIPSA rise to the surface again? | Advertisement Help optimize rumen performance in brood cows with Original XPC. Research shows improved forage utilization and more nutrients available for milk production, along with healthy calves that wean more than 13 lb. heavier. Learn more. |
| | By Chris Branam Even if they weren’t directly affected, cows in a herd attacked by wolves suffer stress, reduced pregnancy rates. | Advertisement Get to know the ranching operations who made BEEF's Seedstock 100 listing, sponsored by Boehringer Ingelheim Vetmedica, Inc. |
| | By Donald Stotts It’s time to get with your veterinarian to review, revise or – if one does not exist – develop a treatment protocol plan for your cattle operation. | Advertisement See fewer horn flies biting into your business with Purina® Wind And Rain® Mineral with Fly Control. It also nearly eliminates clumping for less waste. |
| | By Amanda Radke BEEF's "For the love of land & livestock" photo contest drew some truly outstanding examples of the respect, care and love that ranchers have for the cattle and the land that provide not just a living, but a life. Check out the gallery and enjoy. | | If early trends hold true, ranchers could be holding mature cows back for another year instead of culling. | Advertisement Keep your cattle on track with an effective line of vaccines. Offer cattle protection from pathogens while gaining a dose of confidence. |
| | A common belief is that cows can simply eat more low quality forage to meet their energy demands, but this is not true in most cases because the higher fiber content in low-quality forage actually decreases voluntary intake. | Advertisement GMX Advantage from Zoetis can help you avoid costly mistakes by aiding in the selection of the right heifers for your herd. |
| | By Wes Ishmael For 11 years, BEEF has recognized some of the industry’s top stocker operators with its annual National Stocker Award. It’s time to submit nominations for the 2017 award. | | The May edition of BEEF magazine is now available online. | | |
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