Previous Issues
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October 2010 Issue |
Ranchers’ Guide to Custom Cattle Feeding - What advantages are there to sending cattle out to custom feedlots? |
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September 2010 Issue |
Management of Imported Fire Ants in Cattle - Iowa State University provides information on Integrated Pest Management, appropriate control methods, cost of control, and tips to reduce the cost of fire a |
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August 2010 Issue |
A Guide to Managing Pasture Water Water-quality problems caused by frequent gathering of cattle near streams and ponds can be controlled. Iowa State University provides information on how to decide which practices are most appropriate for your operation.
Product Review Looking for a Livestock Trailer but not sure which brand fits your needs best?? Look over our Product Review of 7 different Livestock Trailer Manufacturers. |
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July 2010 Issue |
FFA - Past, Present & Future Dr. Larry Case takes us on a memorable walk through the history of FFA and what steps the organization has taken to get to where it is today. Cattle Carbon Footprint In 2006, a report by the United Nation’s Food and Agriculture Organization called Livestock's Long Shadow claimed domesticated livestock produces 18% of the world’s anthropogenic greenhouse gas emissions. Animal scientists—and the FAO itself—have been trying to clean up the damage ever since. Product Review Learn helpful information on 7 different brands of Manure Spreaders to help make you a more informed buyer. |
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June 2010 Issue |
Health-Monitoring Software for Cattle You already know that detailed record keeping is an integral part of keeping your cattle operation successful. But how do you decide what record keeping system will work for your specific operation? The experts, at Livestock Managers Software, give us a look at things to consider before purchasing.
Green Solutions Photovlotaics Have you ever thought about using solar energy on the ranch? Mark Fuqua with Advanced Power, Inc. and Robison Solar Systems explains how and why photovoltaics use has become a choice for many ranchers. |
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May 2010 Issue |
Green Solutions: Winds of Change on the Farm Next Generation: Cattlemen & Politics Shoot-n-the Bull: Next issue topic and press releases |
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April 2010 Issue |
Herd Health: Growing Cattle on Pasture In the current economic climate there are several producers that are trying to scale back on some of the costs associated with production. Dr. Bryan McMurry shows us how it is possible to, cut a little off the top and raise your cattle in the pasture and have a healthy bred. Green Solutions: Ethanol Impact on Feed Prices The RFA fills in many questions about how the process of making ethanol is done and how it affects the feed market. Learn what parts of the process also work to benefit parts of the feeding process. |
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March 2010 Issue |
Herd Health Filling in the Gaps Since the perfect forage doesn’t exist, read what Dr. Bryan McMurry and our friends at Cargill have to say about making it at least as perfect as we can. Green Solutions Grass Fed Beef Are there health benefits to eating meat from Grass Fed Beef? Yes, but what are they really? Next Generation Choosing the Right Vet Finding yourself in the need for a new veterinarian can be a worrisome predicament, especially for those of use who are very happy with the one we have or at least had. The first step is figuring out what your specific needs are. Shoot-n-the Bull Next issue topics and press releases. |
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February 2010 Issue |
Herd Health So you Want to be a Vet Learn from a former educator what it takes to be a vet, where the top vets schools are, and where the nation’s shortages are. Decide if this career is right for you.
Green Solutions Feed Additives Discover the intricate combinations to keep your heard healthy. Learn the nutritional management of feeding the herd to ensure your herds health and growth.
Next Generation The Future of Agricultural Education Higher Education is a must for anyone continuing into the producer business. Learn what is essential when continuing your education.
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January 2010 Issue |
Herd Health |