Cattle Chat

Cattle (Kansas State University Extension)
Animal Health, beef, Beef, Cow Calf, Feeder, Livestock

What ranchers need to know about anaplasmosis

K-State beef cattle experts discuss anaplasmosis warning signs to watch for, and effective management tips to control the disease. Read More

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

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



Handlers apply treatments to cattle following the beef quality assurance guidelines by administering products in the calf’s neck. (K-State Research and Extension)

Partnerships strengthen the beef industry

Handlers apply treatments to cattle following the beef quality assurance guidelines by administering products in the calf’s neck. (K-State Research and Extension)

Preparing for work in agriculture

Calves (Journal photo by Jennifer M. Latzke)

Best time to wean calves

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

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