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/angus-media/angus-beef-bulletin/abb-angus-at-work/2023/q2/keep-the-best-genetics-in-your-herd-with-heifer-development
Heifers are a big investment, so you want to set them up for success. With such a low cow herd number, heifer development is a big part of herd profitability. Miranda Reiman chatted with Joe Gillespie about sound heifer development to keep the best genetics in your herd for a long time. In this episode, learn about the three buckets of heifer development, the best timing of vaccinations for heifers, when heifers usually fall out of the herd, how to avoid that loss and more!
/angus-media/angus-beef-bulletin/abb-angus-at-work/2022/q3/flexibility-and-smart-supplementation
Flexibility means options, and today Karla Wilke, associate professor of range management and cow-calf specialist for the University of Nebraska, offers options for income generation and enterprises. She also shares research about smart supplementation, and how timing affects growth while saving you money.
/angus-media/angus-beef-bulletin/abb-angus-at-work/2022/q1/can-you-program-fertility
Replacement heifers are an incredibly important, yet expensive part of our operations. Wouldn't it be great if we could program fertility in our replacement heifers? Shelby Rosasco from the University of Wyoming tells us that nutritional management of weaned heifers can help program puberty attainment, fertility, and the ovarian reserve.
/angus-media/angus-beef-bulletin/abb-angus-at-work/2024/q3/building-a-better-cow
In this episode of Angus At Work, David Lalman of Oklahoma State University discusses research to help build a better cow with host Miranda Reiman. Listen in as they discuss more efficient females and how to build a more self-sufficient herd.
/angus-media/angus-beef-bulletin/abb-angus-at-work/2024/q1/balancing-the-consumer-and-the-cow
Today’s Angus At Work host Ron Hayes of the Radio Oklahoma Network sits down with panelists Jesse Luckie and Mark Johnson to discuss balancing consumer demand with a cow that can produce a quality product despite the environment she performs in.
/angus-media/angus-beef-bulletin/abb-angus-at-work/2024/q1/boosting-cow-herd-efficiency-with-ionophores
At #CattleCon24 Elanco’s Frank White sat down with Angus At Work host Shauna Hermel to discuss how adding ionophores to the diet can affect heifer maturity and cyclicity, as well as the overall productivity of your cow herd.
/angus-media/angus-beef-bulletin/abb-angus-at-work/2024/q2/innovations-for-feeding-efficiency
In today’s episode of Angus At Work, Willard LeMaster and Robbie Bondurant of Furst-McNess share with host Shauna Hermel details about the recently released Legacy Forward Beef line and a product they see having a positive influence on feedlot efficiency.
/angus-media/angus-beef-bulletin/abb-angus-at-work/2023/q2/dont-feed-cows-like-you-did-20-years-ago
High-performance genetics need high-performance nutrition. If you’re still feeding cows the way you did 20 years ago, you’re shortchanging those modern genetics, Purina Animal Nutrition’s Ted Perry. He and host Miranda Reiman chat about what cows need, fetal programming effects, and plenty more.
/angus-media/angus-beef-bulletin/abb-articles/2023/03/stop-reproductive-failure
Higher input costs, calf prices double incentive to investigate cause of open cows.
/angus-media/angus-beef-bulletin/abb-extra/2024/01/hn_are-your-cows-running-out-of-vitamin-a
Months from green grass, stores in the liver may be running low.
/angus-media/angus-beef-bulletin/abb-extra/2024/10/mg_care-and-feeding-of-young-bulls-after-breeding-season
Proper management of young bulls can help keep them in top form.
/angus-media/angus-beef-bulletin/abb-extra/2025/02/hn_keep-the-cow-rumen-healthy-in-drylot
Maintaining a healthy cow herd means maintaining a healthy rumen. Here are some considerations for cows in drylot.
/angus-media/angus-beef-bulletin/abb-extra/2023/10/mg_backgrounding-at-different-rates-of-gain
Backgrounding at a high rate of gain produces cattle with higher gains and ending weights.
/angus-media/angus-beef-bulletin/abb-extra/2024/09/hn_if-youve-never-tested-forages-this-is-the-year-to-start
Unusual weather patterns prompt concern forages may not meet nutrient requirements.
/angus-media/angus-beef-bulletin/abb-articles/2024/03/the-green-vitamin
Do pregnant cows need even more vitamin A?
/angus-media/angus-beef-bulletin/abb-extra/2024/06/mg_filling-the-summer-forage-gap
Warm-season annuals can provide needed forage during hot summer months or when renovating stands.
/angus-media/angus-beef-bulletin/abb-extra/2023/12/hn_feedstuff-finder-is-one-stop-shop-for-missouri-buyers-and-sellers
Sourcing feed products is made simple with cutting-edge platform for farmers, ranchers and suppliers.
/angus-media/angus-beef-bulletin/abb-articles/2025/01/step-down-your-new-bulls-diet
Bulls are often pushed nutritionally from weaning to sale. Here are tips to transition them to breeding season.
/angus-media/angus-beef-bulletin/abb-articles/2025/04/research-round-up
This month’s “Research Roundup” includes summaries of a University of Nebraska study comparing development rates for heifers and a Kansas State University study on bunk space requirements while limit-feeding calves a high-energy diet.
/angus-media/angus-beef-bulletin/abb-extra/2025/03/effects-of-early-diet-options-in-beef-on-dairy-calves
Different rations lead to significantly fewer liver abscesses in finished calves.
/angus-media/angus-beef-bulletin/abb-extra/2023/12/hn_caring-for-bulls-in-the-winter
K-State beef cattle experts share how to best manage bulls during this season.
/angus-media/angus-beef-bulletin/abb-extra/2023/11/fp_backgrounding-calves
Managing a backgrounding operation may offer an easier way to get started in the cattle business.
/angus-media/angus-beef-bulletin/abb-extra/2024/12/hn_three-steps-to-prepare-for-winter-feeding
Extension specialist offers tips for how to calculate how much hay your cows will eat this winter.
/angus-media/angus-beef-bulletin/abb-extra/2025/03/hn_save-money-and-increase-grass-and-enjoy-cattle
Hugh Aljoe of the Noble Research Institute shares how regenerative practices can benefit ranchers during episode of Angus at Work.
/angus-media/angus-beef-bulletin/abb-extra/2024/10/hn_supplement-delivery-methods-for-weaned-calves
Researchers compared calf gain and health response between three supplement delivery methods.
/angus-media/angus-beef-bulletin/abb-extra/2024/12/fp_sharing-the-importance-of-beef-in-a-healthy-diet
Texas Tech’s Mark Miller helps lead research on supplementing human diets with healthy protein.
/angus-media/angus-beef-bulletin/abb-articles/2025/03/more-than-an-anchor
Cover crops can be used to provide additional feed for cattle, as well as to hold and improve the soil. However, what and when you plant may depend on your climate and growing season.
/angus-media/angus-beef-bulletin/abb-extra/2024/02/hn_mycotoxins-steal-profits
Why mycotoxins are more prevalent today than ever before.
/angus-media/angus-beef-bulletin/abb-extra/2024/11/fp_from-the-field
Notes from two very different regions on what to expect this winter.
/angus-media/angus-beef-bulletin/abb-extra/2024/08/hn_understand-forage-quality-analysis
How to read a forage analysis. Definitions explained.
/angus-media/angus-beef-bulletin/abb-extra/2023/12/hn_cotton-byproducts-in-beef-cattle-rations
The benefits of cottonseed for cow-calf operations.
/angus-media/angus-beef-bulletin/abb-articles/2024/06/betting-on-the-future
Cattlemen across the country share how they plan for drought recovery.
/angus-media/angus-beef-bulletin/abb-articles/2025/04/digestive-tract
With high heifer prices, selection and development of heifers should focus on cost-effective gains to achieve your target prior to breeding and on increasing longevity, says author Travis Mulliniks in this edition of “The Digestive Tract.”
/angus-media/angus-beef-bulletin/abb-extra/2024/11/mg_getting-more-out-of-fall-and-winter-grazing
Strip-grazing can increase carrying capacity, according to study from Nebraska Extension beef systems specialist.
/angus-media/angus-beef-bulletin/abb-extra/2025/01/hn_feeding-cracked-corn-vs-whole-corn
Digestibility increases by 5% when corn is cracked, says Phillip Lancaster, K-State beef cattle nutritionist.
/angus-media/angus-beef-bulletin/abb-extra/2023/10/hn_backgrounded-cattle-are-a-special-breed
As young calves begin to enter backgrounding programs, it’s time to consider your management protocols for incoming calves. Upon arrival, you need to ascertain a few things about these incoming calves: where they came from, if they were properly weaned/preconditioned and how they were transported, to name a few.
/angus-media/angus-beef-bulletin/abb-extra/2024/10/fp_program-your-calves-for-success
By changing the nutrition of the cow during pregnancy, you can change how her calf develops throughout its life. Steps you can take to make your calves the best they can be.
/angus-media/angus-beef-bulletin/abb-extra/2024/01/mg_managing-cow-body-condition-is-critical-for-profitability
Body condition of cows during calving affects open rates in the upcoming breeding season.
/angus-media/angus-beef-bulletin/abb-articles/2024/06/valuable-at-any-stage
Marketing calves? These strategies add value at any point in the cattle cycle.
/angus-media/angus-beef-bulletin/abb-extra/old-most-accessed/hn_feeding-wheat-straw
Wheat straw for beef cattle is an alternative for winter.
/angus-media/angus-beef-bulletin/abb-extra/2024/01/hn_asking-the-right-cattle-nutrition-questions
Information producers need to know about cattle nutrition, but may not have asked.
/angus-media/angus-beef-bulletin/abb-articles/2024/06/products-services
A directory to suppliers providing products, services.
/angus-media/angus-beef-bulletin/abb-extra/2024/12/fp_sustainable-beef-production-system-could-improve-profitability
Research looks at whether we can improve cattle performance and soil fertility with the supplements we choose.
/angus-media/angus-beef-bulletin/abb-extra/2024/02/mg_will-your-bulls-be-ready-come-turnout-time
When it comes to winter bull care, proper management can avoid heartache. Veterinarian Jeff Erquiaga shares advice in this Angus At Work feature.
/angus-media/angus-beef-bulletin/abb-extra/2024/02/hn_feeding-cornstalk-bales
K-State cattle nutritionist explains how cornstalk bales can be a feed resource.
/angus-media/angus-beef-bulletin/abb-extra/2024/11/hn_there-are-risks-in-offering-wrapped-hay-bales-to-cattle
K-State beef cattle experts explain why cows need to be fed hay free of wrapping material.
/angus-media/angus-beef-bulletin/abb-articles/2024/10/deeper-dive
Featuring “Angus At Work” episodes worth a revisit. Topics include using performance decisions to make better decisions, using ionophores to increase herd efficiency and starting discussions on succession planning.
/angus-media/angus-beef-bulletin/abb-extra/2024/08/mg_gizmos-and-gadgets
Products and services for the farm and ranch, including a vertical tillage tool from Case IH, winter grain and forage seed varieties from Millborn, a reproduction-focused mineral from BioZyme, and a canine flue vaccine from Merck Animal Health.
/angus-media/angus-beef-bulletin/abb-extra/2024/12/hn_analyzing-whats-known-about-experior
Early reports of feedlot performance and carcass quality of cattle when feeding Experior.
/angus-media/angus-beef-bulletin/abb-extra/2023/10/hn_capitalize-on-strong-calf-markets-with-quality-weaning-nutrition
The beef industry is beaming with optimism as cattle markets continue to climb, creating a prime opportunity to capture value. USDA projects cattle prices to rise into 2024 as fed-cattle supplies remain tight.
