Cold temperatures, wind and snow make for a long season in the Upper Midwest. As cattle producers are preparing their herds for the months ahead, experts say winter success comes down to nutrition, shelter and vigilance.
- Katelyn Winberg
The South Dakota Cattlemen’s Association will hold its 77th annual convention and trade show Dec. 2-3 at The Lodge at Deadwood.
- By Lura Roti, for South Dakota Farmers Union
In his early 20s Lesmeister enlisted in the South Dakota Army National Guard. He said the experience and training he received prepared him for leadership and service roles later in life.
- By Kylee Sellnow, Certified Angus Beef
The Minnesota cattle feeder recognized at Certified Angus Beef’s annual conference
- Kristen Sindelar
Midwest Messenger contacted different companies across the U.S. that are revolutionizing livestock management, specifically for cattle feedlot producers. Read on to learn what they're doing for modern cattle feeders.
- Janelle Atyeo
Longtime extension beef specialist Beth Doran retired this week after 30-plus years at Iowa State.
- Lainie Kringen-Scholtz
As many cattle producers know, many of the antibiotics we reach for frequently have been on backorder. There is nothing that veterinarians can do to help the backorder situation, but what we can do is talk about judicious use of antibiotics and antibiotic stewardship to make the backorder ha…
- By Lura Roti for South Dakota Farmers Union
“Taylor worked his heart and soul out trying to keep those calves alive and I said to myself, ‘if he is still in this after this year, he is in it for the long haul.’”
Editor’s note: The following was written by Taylor Grussing, South Dakota State University Extension cow/calf field specialist, for the university’s website Aug. 11.
The Minnesota Beef Council, in partnership with the Minnesota State Cattlemen’s Association, is accepting applications for its 2025 Top of the Class program — a year-long professional development opportunity designed to build confident, effective advocates for the beef industry.
Producers, agronomists and forage enthusiasts are invited to attend the 2025 Forage Field Day July 31 at the Western Research and Demonstration Farm near Castana, Iowa.
At the 12th annual Prime Time Gala in Sioux Falls June 21, the South Dakota Cattlemen’s Foundation presented a donation to Feeding South Dakota in the amount of $306,621. This makes the overall donation to Feeding South Dakota $3,026,665 in the last 12 years.
- Janelle Atyeo
The cattle market was as hot as the weather and competition when bid-takers from across the U.S. and Canada gathered in Iowa for a chance to be named the world’s top auctioneer.
- By Janelle Atyeo for South Dakota Soil Health Coalition
With much of South Dakota still experiencing drought conditions, it’s a good idea for cattle producers to map out a long-term plan to steer their herd through the summer grazing season while staying flexible to changing conditions on the landscape.
DUNLAP, IOWA—The week of June 2 was an emotional one for livestock auctioneer Dean Edge.
Women in agriculture are invited to attend the 2025 South Dakota State University Extension Women on the Range Grazing Workshop on July 22–24 at Wedge Tent Ranch near Faith.
- Lainie Kringen-Scholtz
Some things in life are counter intuitive. That is the case for foreign bodies that are stuck in the feet of hooved animals. You see it and want to pull it out so badly. But don’t. And here’s why.
- By Megan Luther, South Dakota News Watch
From breeding to birth: How South Dakota cattle producers use technology to lose fewer calves and get more sleep.
- from Iowa State University
As herds are being turned out on pasture across the Midwest, most calves will get an immunity boost for select diseases through a vaccination program.
After more than 70 years, the Sioux Empire Purebred Cattle Show and Sale will no longer be part of the Sioux Empire Livestock Show, held in January.
- Melisa Goss
Over the last 10 years, there has been a significant uptick in producers selling home-raised meat directly to consumers.
- Lainie Kringen-Scholtz
The seedstock and show cattle industry is incredibly fun for me to work in. I love it for so many reasons: nice animals, great owners and very dedicated families. It mirrors equine sports medicine in many ways, which is my favorite part of my job.
Editor’s note: The following was written by Kaylee Wheeler, South Dakota State University Extension range field specialist, for the university’s website.
- By Stan Wise, South Dakota Soil Health Coalition
Does it work in the real world? Recent research and producer experience is showing that it does.
- Melisa Goss
Nestled in the heart of Sleepy Eye, Minnesota, the Sleepy Eye Auction Market has long been a pillar of the local agricultural community.
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