Cattle that have survived the recent wildfires in the Texas Panhandle are going to need immediate care. Owners should pay close attention to extremities, particularly hooves, udders, testicles, sheaths and soft tissues, such as eyes and muzzles. (Texas A&M AgriLife photo by Sam Craft).

Texas A&M opens emergency operations facility

Calves grazing on the Giles Ranch. (Journal photo by Kylene Scott.)

Weather and strong cattle market story of week

Keeping cattle well fed and watered helps to keep them healthy. (Journal photo by Dave Bergmeier.)

Livestock care not just lip service, veterinarian says

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.)

Central Plains hit hard with ice and snow

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.)

High Plains cattle sales report

Cattle in snowstorm. (Photo: iStock │ #530874133 - AleMoraes244)

Severe cold weather rangeland and livestock considerations