When purchasing bred heifers, it is important to know their expected calving date and vaccination history. (Photo courtesy of Kansas State University Research and Extension.)

Sorting heifers can bring unique challenges

Feedyard cattle need acess to fresh, clean water during their stay in the yard. In times of extreme heat, high humidity or no wind, water becomes even more critical. (Journal photo by Kylene Scott.)

High Plains cattle sales report 

(Photo by OSU Agriculture.)

High Plains cattle sales report 

Cattle at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln Panhandle Research Feedlot wait for their feed rations from a truck driven by Sofia Canafoglia, a visiting scholar. (Photo by Chabella Guzman.)

High Plains cattle sales report 

Proper heifer development is critical to the health and productivity of a cattle herd. (Photo by Todd Johnson, OSU Agriculture.)

High Plains cattle sales report 

Rule of thumb: For every degree below the lower critical temperature, a cow’s energy requirement increases by 1%. That’s assuming the cow is in a body condition score 5 or greater. (Photo courtesy of Purina.)

High Plains cattle sales report

Courtesy photo.

High Plains cattle sales report 

(Journal photo by Kylene Scott.)

High Plains cattle sales report