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This inquisitive calf is paying close attention to the world around it while mama is enjoying a morning of grazing in this pasture in Union County, Iowa. (Adobe Stock │ #485474554 - DarcyMaulsby)
beef, Beef, Cow Calf, Livestock

Estrus synchronization planner now available in online format

The popular estrus synchronization planner for beef cattle is now available in an online, phone application format. Read More

Young limousin cows on a pasture at a fence. (Adobe Stock │ #322324673 - yvonne)
Crops, Forage Crops, Hay Range Pasture

Pasture renovation project field days will highlight interseeding sudangrass

Close up of the tick. (Adobe Stock │ #115948190 - Volodymyr)
Animal Health, Beef, Cow Calf, Dairy, Livestock

Time to check and treat your herd for ticks



Calves (Journal photo by Jennifer M. Latzke)

Study shows effects of early diet options in beef x dairy calves

Calves (Journal photo by Jennifer M. Latzke)

Advanced beef cow calving clinics scheduled for Jan. 13

  • By Denise Schwab │ Iowa State University Extension and Outreach
(Journal photo by Kylene Scott.)

Beef Quality Assurance sessions in Iowa set for January 2025

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.)

New February feedlot webinar series from Iowa State

Pictured from left to right: Nick Wade, Tyler Anderson and Crue Chivers move a group of Angus bulls at Laramie Research and Extension Center during the inaugural University of Wyoming High Altitude Bull Test. (Photo by Ben Hollinger.)

Genetic Symposium bull stud panel encourages producers to embrace technology

Black and black baldie cattle predominate the Merrill Ranch in Comanche County, Kansas. (Journal photo by Kylene Scott)

Register soon for Iowa Beef Center’s Genetic Symposium

(Journal photo by Kylene Scott.)

Iowa cow-calf meetings to address important issues for beef producers

(Photo by Laura McKenzie, Texas A&M AgriLife.)

Focus on bull recovery after breeding season