calving

Cows need to be monitored for calving-related issues, according to veterinarians at K-State’s Beef Cattle Institute. (Photo: K-State Research and Extension)
Beef, Central Region, Kansas, Livestock

Cattle Chat: Selecting a replacement female for the herd

K-State Beef Cattle Institute experts address the question of whether or not producers should retain heifer calves born to first-calf heifers. Read More

Ag News, Beef, Cow Calf, Lacey Vilhauer, Livestock

Calving season—knowing when to assist

Cow with calf (Photo: courtesy of Frank J. Buchman)
A Cowboy's Faith, Opinion

Cows Are Having Calves



Mother’s instincts need to take over and protect calves, especially in frigid temperatures like the ones the High Plains saw during the Siberian Express. (Journal photo by Lacey Newlin.)

Calving-related challenges for the cow

Is your cowherd prepared this winter?

Calving (K-State courtesy photo)

Preparation is key to a successful calving season  

(Photo courtesy of Kansas State University Research and Extension.)

January “All Things Beef” workshop to focus on calving

(Photo courtesy of Kansas State University Research and Extension.)

Cattle Chat: Reasons to check for pregnancy 

Calving clinic will help producers prepare for calving season

K-State plans calving schools in 4 Kansas locations

Calving schools planned