Nutrition

AMERICAN ANGUS ASSOCIATION - THE BUSINESS BREED

Wheat variety and nitrogen trials from Texas A&M AgriLife near McGregor show good growth but need additional moisture. [Photo by Calvin Trostle/Texas A&M AgriLife.]

It Is Decision Time on Wheat

April 01, 2025

Wheat production and prices are down, but options are available.

Research Roundup

March 25, 2025 By Shauna Hermel

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.

Getting Back to Basics

March 24, 2025 By Lynsey McAnally

Why transitioning to regenerative pasture management is a solid bet. Hugh Aljoe offers recommendations. Noble Research Institute and CAB launch partnership centered on land management.

The Digestive Tract

March 24, 2025 By Travis Mulliniks

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.”

Understanding Grass Tetany in Beef Cows

March 19, 2025

Grass tetany, a metabolic disorder historically linked to magnesium deficiency, can be a problem for beef cattle grazing cool-season grasses.

Take Care of Bulls Year-Round

March 19, 2025

Year-round care needed to ensure bulls are healthy, sound and fertile.

From the Field

March 19, 2025 By Lynsey McAnally

Notes from regional managers Kurt Kangas and Quanah Gardiner regarding nutrition, bull health and more when preparing for spring turnout.

Effective Management of Canada Thistle

March 19, 2025

The use of multiple strategies targeting the biology of Canada thistle can provide better control than the use of herbicides alone and reduce the number of chemical applications needed.