When purchasing bred heifers, it is important to know their expected calving date and vaccination history. (Photo courtesy of Kansas State University Research and Extension.)

Sorting heifers can bring unique challenges

Pictured from left to right: Nick Wade, Tyler Anderson and Crue Chivers move a group of Angus bulls at Laramie Research and Extension Center during the inaugural University of Wyoming High Altitude Bull Test. (Photo by Ben Hollinger.)

Advocates for ranchers need to pay closer attention 

Cattle graze on a north central Colorado prairie, about 30 miles south of Cheyenne, Wyoming, under puffy cloud cover. Farming and ranching during this period of climate change presents a number of challenges, but a group of agricultural experts have provided tips to overcome the times. (Photo courtesy of David Augustine, Agricultural Research Service.)

Cold throws a wrench in activities 

Courtesy photo.

Snowfall lends itself to some funny anecdotes 

Cows graze a field in northeast Wyoming. (Photo courtesy of University of Wyoming Extension.)

Weather will always be on the mind 

Depressed frustrated woman wrapping Christmas gift boxes, winter holiday stress concept (Photo: iStock - triocean)

Highs and lows of the holidays  

Child playing in puddle (Photo: iStock - RyanJLane)

Beneficial rain is always welcome news 

Cows graze a field in northeast Wyoming. (Photo courtesy of University of Wyoming Extension.)

Cattle business is different than most