Producers throughout the Southeast feed hay and other stored feedstuffs during the fall, winter, and early spring due to limited forage availability and lower forage quality. Feeding during this time period could last for 90 to 180 days based on management programs and weather conditions. Regardless of why and how long we choose to feed […]
Chart 1 Most cattlemen have a noticeable grin on their faces these days. Cattle have been selling for record prices this summer as seen in Chart 1 above. What is causing this major increase in prices? Primarily there are two key factors: fewer cattle, and cheaper feed. Chart 2 below shows the drastic decline in […]
Cattle ranchers have a great training opportunity for both themselves, and their employees. For a limited time, Boehringer Ingelheim Vetmedica, Inc (BIVI) is covering the cost of up to $50 per person, for Beef Quality Assurance (BQA) training. BQA is more than just giving shots correctly. BQA means training everyone who works in the beef […]
September 2014 Southeast Cattle Advisor Dennis Hancock, Forage Extension Specialist The University of Georgia The goal of most winter forage systems is to start grazing as soon as possible and continue grazing as late as possible. Early grazing generally requires early planting, but this is not so easy when one is dealing with […]
During the hot summer month algae can become a problem in livestock water tanks. Some species of algae can be toxic to livestock. Most are just an unsightly nuisance. There are some tactics that can be used to eliminate the problem. Periodically cleaning the tank to reduce nutrients can slow algae growth. This is easier […]
