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

Proactive management at calving sets the stage for healthier, more profitable cattle. (K-State Extension news service)

Management strategies for calves

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