Most teens aren’t leaping out of bed at 6 a.m. to wash calves before the heat of the day. Then again, most seventh graders aren’t begging their parents to let them buy cows, either.
Recent wildfires across Nebraska have left many ranchers facing difficult questions about forage recovery, grazing management, infrastructure repairs and what comes next.
- Kristen Sindelar
Youth who attended the Feed to Fair to Fork Pork Workshop at Nebraska Extension in Dodge County learned about “everything but the oink.”
- By Kelsey Stremel, Kansas State University
A student from Nebraska is studying whether one routine management decision — where producers place cattle supplement — could improve calf performance while helping manage invasive Old World bluestem.
Nebraska's Brand Committee is reorganizing, as directed by the Legislature. Changes include an all-new board, new director and new fees.
- from K-State Extension news service
It’s county fair season, and while local events are a great way to enjoy the sun and time with friends, heat can be an invisible fun bandit for livestock.
- By Chevy-Lynn Vaske, K-State Extension
Cattle experts say this time of year is particularly important for making sure cattle have access to clean water
Nebraska cattle producers continue to face tough conditions this season. Cool‑season grass production is coming in 30–70% below normal, with warm‑season pastures starting off behind. With forage shortages looming, now is the time to evaluate your strategies to stretch limited feed resources.
- Kristen Sindelar
Jay Fuhrer: “Now you have like-minded people to work together for a common goal—regenerative agriculture—which is actually taking the soil and rebuilding it.”
- K-State Extension news service
K-State beef extension veterinarian provides solutions for managing heat stressed cattle
- American Veterinary Medical Association
Editor's note: New World screwworm was discovered June 3 in a calf in Texas. The pest has moved into the United States, a longtime possible nightmare for livestock owners.
- Heather Schlitz, Tom Polansek and Cassandra Garrison Reuters
Experts said an outbreak could cause $1.8 billion in damage to Texas' economy and likely would raise beef prices by shrinking cattle supply.
- By Chevy-Lynn Vaske, K-State Extension
Today’s beef cattle are bigger than they were a generation ago, and according to Kansas State University experts, that shift may represent more than a passing cycle in the cattle industry.
Producers are urged to watch their cattle herds, especially cattle imported from other states, after Theileria, a tick-borne parasite that affects cattle, was detected in several Nebraska counties. The Asian longhorned tick is the primary carrier responsible for spreading the parasite.
From entertaining clown to rodeo Bible camp leader, the late Bob Woodward had a heart for others.
- By Chevy-Lynn Vaske, K-State Extension
K-State beef cattle experts explain economic drivers and how mature cow size may need to be different across segments in the industry
Sandhills cowboy Brad Wilson is nothing if not determined.
Agricultural operations in Nebraska have been significantly impacted by wildfires over the past several months. The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has technical and financial assistance available to help farmers and livestock producers recover from these adverse weather events.
The 21st annual Nebraska Sandhills Cowboy Hall of Fame Banquet and Induction Ceremony will be June 6 at the 4-H building at the Cherry County Fairgrounds in Valentine, Nebraska. Social hour will begin at 4 p.m., a benefit auction will take place at 5 p.m., banquet at 6 p.m. and induction cer…
The National Grazing Lands Coalition will feature four Midwest operations for its third annual bus tour this fall with the theme Grazing the Heartland.
For more than seven decades, John Ravenscroft has devoted his life to ranching in the Nebraska Sandhills. His lifelong commitment is in responsible land management, ethical cattle practices and community service.
- Kristen Sindelar
While restoring this stripped ground into a native mecca for his herd of bison in southwestern Nebraska, Darrel Meister has come to this conclusion: “It’s always easier to work with nature than against her – more economical as well.”
Gary Powles has worked his entire life as a cattlemen, making great improvements on his ranch.
- Benjamin Herrold
When it comes to spring calving or fall calving, cattle producers have a variety of factors to consider.
- Tim Kenyon
OAKLAND, Iowa — The farm keeps the family strong, and the family strengthens the farm.
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