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Bull injuries can be caused by a number of things, including fighting between bulls. Injuries can keep them for successfully breeding cows. (Journal photo by Lacey Vilhauer.)
Beef, Livestock

What producers can do to cut down bull conflict

K-State experts from the Beef Cattle Institute share practical strategies to help producers reduce aggression and improve safety when housing bulls together. Read More

Good record-keeping helps cattle producers make good business decisions prior to and during breeding season, say experts at K-State's Beef Cattle Institute. (K-State Research and Extension)
Beef, Cow Calf, Feeder, Livestock

The data behind breeding season success

Hereford and Angus cattle owned by K-State Purebred Beef Unit. (K-State Research and Extension)
Beef, Cow Calf, Livestock

Factors influencing herd expansion decisions



farmer with cow. (Adobe Stock │ #370700532 - Morgan)

Parasite control strategies

Cattle in a pasture (Photo courtesy of Kansas State University Research and Extension.)

The power of breed diversity

Hereford cattle may be more likely to get pinkeye than other breeds. (K-State Research and Extension news service)

Reducing the risk of pinkeye

Cow curiously sticks out its nose. (Adobe Stock │ #524137189 - Petra)

Fatigue, unusual behavior may signal anemia in adult cows

Grazing cover crops with beef cattle increases soil organic carbon stocks and potassium concentrations in grazed plots, according to a study from Kansas State University. (K-State Research and Extension news service)

Minimizing shrink to maximize profit

  • By Chevy-Lynn Vaske │ K-State Research and Extension news service
Hereford cows grazing (K-State Research and Extension)

Navigating investment opportunities amid high cattle prices

  • By Chevy-Lynn Vaske │ K-State Research and Extension news service
Hereford cows on grass (K-State Research and Extension news service)

Understanding calf digestive development in beef and dairy systems

  • By Chevy-Lynn Vaske │ K-State Research and Extension news service
Angus cows and calves in green pasture. (K-State Research and Extension news service)

Data driven decisions to improve herd performance

  • By Chevy-Lynn Vaske │ K-State Research and Extension news service