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Hay is one of the largest expenses in a cow-calf operation, according to K-State beef cattle nutritionist Phillip Lancaster. (K-State Research and Extension news service)
Agronomics, Beef, Cow Calf, Livestock

Cutting costs on the ranch

K-State Beef Cattle experts offer recommendations on how to reduce expenses on a cow-calf operation. Read More

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)
Animal Health, Beef, Cow Calf, Livestock

Bull evaluations pre-breeding

It is important to maintain the cattle handling facilities for the safety of the people and the animals, say the experts at the Beef Cattle Institute. (K-State Research and Extension)
Animal Health, Beef, Cow Calf, Dairy, Farm Equipment, Livestock

Keeping facilities in working order



Angus Yearling bull (K-State Research and Extension)

Body condition scoring in bulls

  • By Lisa Moser │ K-State Research and Extension news service
Cattle gain a higher amount of lean tissue early in the cattle feeding period and deposit more fat as they age, according to K-State beef cattle nutritionist Phillip Lancaster. (K-State Research and Extension)

Managing weight gain in cattle

  • By Lisa Moser │ K-State Research and Extension news service
K-State experts say yearling bulls will need a time of transition between the sale and breeding turnout. (K-State Research and Extension)

Yearling bull management and herd value

Covered hay. (K-State Research and Extension)

Hay feeding strategy

K-State experts say mud can negatively impact the health of cattle. (Photo: K-State Research and Extension)

Managing mud

  • By Lisa Moser │ K-State Research and Extension news service
Mother’s instincts need to take over and protect calves, especially in frigid temperatures like the ones the High Plains saw during the Siberian Express. (Journal photo by Lacey Newlin.)

Preparing for calving season

  • By Lisa Moser │ Kansas State University Research & Extension
Broken corn kernels for animal feed. (Photo: iStock │ #1276715486 - gabrielabertolini)

Feeding cracked versus whole corn

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