bulls



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.)

What producers can do to cut down bull conflict

Angus bulls in the field. (iStock │ #1462034334 - Candice O\'Neill)
For beef producers who want their herd to be successful during the breeding season that means an annual breeding soundness exam, which includes a semen check and overall health assessment by a veterinarian (K-State Research and Extension)

Bull evaluations pre-breeding

  • By Lisa Moser │ K-State Research and Extension news service
Angus Yearling bull (K-State Research and Extension)

Body condition scoring in bulls

  • By Lisa Moser │ K-State Research and Extension news service
Photo courtesy of the American Hereford Association
Angus bull in pasture with Angus cows during breeding season. (iStock │ #1864024287 - Jacqueline Nix)