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Heat remains fixture in Plains

Recent high pressure has pushed heat levels in Plains and in the South, according to the latest U.S. Drought Monitor map. Read More

Jessica Petersen (center), associate professor of animal science, and graduate students Mackenzie Batt (left) and Lauren Seier (right) are part of a five-person Husker team whose research can expand the range of genetic tools used by breeders to boost cattle growth efficiency. An increase in feed efficiency of just 1% would save the U.S. cattle sector more than $11 million a year. (Photo by Craig Chandler, University Communication and Marketing.)
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Husker team IDs tools for cattle growth

Tonia Miller, Sandhills Veterinary Services, pulls a sample on a bull to test for trichomoniasis. (Journal photo by Jennifer Theurer.)
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Trichomoniasis is tricky in cattle breeding



The moment a heifer is born, her DNA can be tested to show her future performance and profitability. (Journal photo by Lacey Vilhauer.)

Genetic prediction tests: An accurate means of telling a heifer’s fortune

Beneficial rain intermingled with drought

Body condition is one factor that can be evaluated when the cows are pregnancy checked. (Photo courtesy of Kansas State University Research and Extension.)

Cattle Chat: Reasons to check for pregnancy 

(Photo by Todd Johnson, OSU Agriculture.)

High Plains cattle sales report 

(Journal stock photo by Jennifer Carrico.)

High Plains cattle sales report 

(Journal stock photo by Jennifer Theurer.)

Extension to offer two sessions on artificial insemination in cattle 

Grazing cattle in Kansas (Courtesy photo.)

Late summer forage quality a factor in protein supplementation

Fall weaning is the time when some producers make keep or cull decisions for the herd. (Photo courtesy of Kansas State University Research and Extension.)

Cattle Chat: Deciding to keep or sell heifers