Calves grazing on the Giles Ranch. (Journal photo by Kylene Scott.)
Keeping cattle well fed and watered helps to keep them healthy. (Journal photo by Dave Bergmeier.)
Kim Brackett (Courtesy photo.)

Protecting the herd from New World Screwworm

The U.S. Drought Monitor is jointly produced by the National Drought Mitigation Center at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, the U.S. Department of Agriculture and the National Oceanic Atmospheric Administration. (Map courtesy of NDMC.)
As cows age, their metabolism can change, K-State beef cattle nutritionist Phillip Lancaster said. (Photo: K‑State Research and Extension)

Special needs for old cows

Feedlot near Dodge City, Kansas. (Journal photo by Dave Bergmeier.)
Cattle in snowstorm. (Photo: iStock │ #530874133 - AleMoraes244)
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