Facility improvements targeting water management and resting areas deliver lasting gains in efficiency, comfort and ...

When it comes to cattle comfort, small investments can make a big difference. Terry Mader, Nebraska emeritus Extension beef specialist, discussed environmental planning for optimum animal well being ...

We’ve all heard someone say, ‘It’s not the heat, it’s the humidity.’ Many of us have also seen the heat index on a hot and humid summer day, but what about a wet bulb temperature? Several scales ...

Free webinar open to anyone interested in a new tool to monitor weather-induced stress on cattle Cattle producers have always monitored their cattle in response to extreme weather conditions. A new ...

Rusty Myskiw knows how to build a windbreak for his 100-cow herd. Start before winter hits. Resides In: Kief, North Dakota Raylene grew up on a dairy and beef farm at Kief, North Dakota. After ...

As the temperatures begin to slowly warm, it is time to start thinking about warm weather parasite control. Controlling external parasites on beef cattle can provide a benefit not only to cattle ...

With 24 years of experience under my belt, I’ve seen many changes and challenges along the way. Sign Up and be kept in the loop each and every day with our free Daily newsletter. Did you know with a ...

MINOT, N.D. (KMOT) - Cold temperatures are setting in following this week’s snow. While people can find ways to stay warm, it’s more difficult for animals. Howling winds and frigid North Dakota ...

Adverse winter weather can increase production costs up to 20 percent or more. Whether for feedlots or for wintering areas, proper holding pen design and maintenance are crucial for keeping cattle dry ...

Nebraska cattle producers have battled blizzards, floods and now extreme heat. Levi McPhillips, the manager of the University of Nebraska-Lincoln research feedlots near Mead, says, his crews are ...