Kansas State University Beef Cattle Institute

Brown and white bulls. (K-State Research and Extension)
Animal Health, Livestock

Understanding bull fertility beyond an exam

Bull fertility must be evaluated over time using breeding soundness exams, observation during the breeding season and herd records. Read More

beef, Beef, Cow Calf, Livestock

Evaluating replacement heifers ahead of breeding season

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

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

Factors influencing herd expansion decisions

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

Management strategies for calves

K-State beef cattle experts reveal strategic benefits and challenges of cattle co-grazing. (K-State Extension news service)

Maximizing pasture potential, the science behind multi-species grazing

  • By Chevy-Lynn Vaske │ K-State Extension news service
Hornless red cows in the pasture. (Adobe Stock │ #354270645 - Nataliya Schmidt)

Overeating disease in calves

  • By Lisa Moser │ K-State Research and Extension news service
An Angus bull standing out on a summer pasture. (Photo: K-State Research and Extension)

Diagnosing cattle death

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

Product handling and administration

  • By Lisa Moser │ K-State Research and Extension news service
For beef producers who want their herd to be successful during the breeding season that means an annual breeding soundness exam, which includes a semen check and overall health assessment by a veterinarian (K-State Research and Extension)

Bull evaluations pre-breeding

  • By Lisa Moser │ K-State Research and Extension news service