As forage resources dwindle in times of drought producers may need to consider early weaning options for the cow herd. Early weaning is designed to save body condition on the females by ending ...

Weaning season is right around the corner for producers. However, some producers do not think about how their management techniques can affect calves when entering the feedlot. These techniques can ...

Improve calf health and weight with low-stress weaning and tailored health plans for better postweaning results.

BROOKINGS, S.D. - Dry conditions this summer have encouraged some producers to wean their calves earlier than the typical six to seven months. As long as feed rations are managed correctly, research ...

Evidence indicates that allowing beef calves to stay in the maternal herd beyond the age of natural weaning promotes animal welfare and may enhance the cows' natural reproductive potential.

A lot of beef producers think they can't wean cattle until they reach the age of nine months, but is that a myth? Recently some livestock agents have been holding sales featuring what they regard as ...

On most beef farms and ranches, calves are weaned from their mother when they’re around six months old. The tiny animals are introduced to a new diet, a new environment, and they have to learn new ...

High cattle markets also mean high prices for baby calves. That holds true whether it's a case of a rancher selling a single ...