Aug 20, 2024 · In this guide, we’ll take you through everything you need to know for a successful calving season. From spotting the early signs of labor to handling challenges like dystocia, …

Jan 27, 2011 · Understanding maternal behavior in cattle can be beneficial in aiding the bonding process between cow and calf. The bonding process is how a cow identifies her new calf and …

Apr 6, 2020 · Cow-calf production is the first stage of the beef production process. An average of about 2.2 years elapses between the breeding of a beef cow or heifer to the time their …

1 day ago · If the cows have calves that also eat minerals, they must be included because calves consume roughly half the amount allotted to an adult cow. Then do the math! If I have 20 cows …

3 days ago · Cow-calf production costs also have increased over time, with analysts suggesting U.S. average cash operating expenses per cow in excess of $1,000 this year. While market …

We investigated the impact of a novel pasture-based cow-calf rearing system on cow behavior at full separation when maintained with their calf for greater than 100 d compared to cows …

Feb 6, 2025 · If the calf and cow have a difficult birth, supplying electrolytes can help keep the cow and calf hydrated. Dip the calf’s navel with iodine. Give oral or IV calcium promptly if you …

After a cow or heifer has calved, the cow-calf pair should be moved out of the calving area to a nursery pasture within 24 hours. When the pair has bonded and passive transfer has occurred, …

Improve your biosecurity and cow comfort practices to prevent disease on your farm. A survey of Minnesota cow-calf and feedlot producers in 2020 and 2021 analyzed the beef industry in …

Mar 1, 2025 · The phased approach to the pregnancy of the beef cow has highlighted the importance of balanced nutrition and the lasting effects it can have on the calf crop. In …