Welcome to the 104th edition of Ranching.com – the leading cattle management resource for a community of 96,000+ ranchers and farmers.

📋 Calving Records Matter - Good record-keeping during calving season helps ranchers spot trends, make better culling decisions and improve future breeding outcomes. Tracking basics like calving dates, calf vigor and cow performance gives you useful insight without slowing you down. Consistent records now can pay off for years to come.

☀️ Southeast Weather Swings - Southeast cattle producers have dealt with highly variable weather this year, from too much rain in the spring that delayed haymaking to summer drought and patchy fall moisture. Recent rain has eased dry spots, but weather patterns remain unpredictable heading into winter and spring. For ranchers in the region, flexible grazing plans and cover crop strategies are becoming essential tools as conditions shift.

🐄 Pregnancy Loss Insights - Understanding pregnancy loss in beef cattle starts with knowing when it happens and why it happens, because early detection can save both time and money. Factors like nutrition, trace minerals and environmental stress all play a role in keeping pregnancies on track. For ranchers, using checks and records to catch patterns helps improve herd fertility over time.

🥩 Protein Still Wins - Consumers continue to prioritize protein, with beef and other meats holding a strong place on the plate despite higher food prices. Shoppers are looking for value and nutrition, and protein continues to check both boxes. For cattle producers, it’s a reminder that demand remains solid even as markets and costs shift.

 💊 Calf Vitamin A - Vitamin A plays an important role in calf health, especially during early life and times of stress. Making sure both cows and calves have enough of this key nutrient can support immune function and growth. For ranchers, understanding how vitamin A fits into overall nutrition helps set calves up for stronger performance.

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