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🐂 Develop Heifers Early for Higher Returns
Pasture Turnout Prep, Spring Processing Tips, Podcast on Cattle Tech and E-Commerce with Terrell Miller, and Philly Beef Cheesesteak Sandwiches Recipe from Ranching.com by CattleMax.
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🐂 Develop Heifers Early for Higher Returns
Iowa State University Extension
🐂 Develop Heifers Early for Higher Returns - Developing heifers early helps them reach puberty sooner and improves conception rates, setting them up for better lifetime productivity. Heifers that breed and calve earlier tend to stay in the herd longer and produce more over time, making early development a key driver of long-term herd success.
🪱 Report It Fast - Experts are urging producers to report any suspected New World screwworm cases immediately, since early detection and quick action are key to stopping the spread. Staying alert, working with veterinarians and keeping close eyes on cattle can help keep a single case from turning into a much bigger problem.
🍔 Ground Beef Paradox - Ground beef demand is hitting record highs even as overall beef production continues to decline, creating a growing supply gap. The industry is relying more on imports to fill the shortage, especially as fewer cows are available to provide the lean trim needed for ground beef.
🌱 Pasture Turnout Prep - Getting cattle ready for pasture means making sure nutrition, health programs and mineral intake are lined up before turnout. Proper planning helps cattle transition smoothly, maintain condition and make the most of available forage once they hit grass.
🦟 Sterile Fly Defense - The USDA has broken ground on a new sterile fly production facility in Texas to help stop the spread of New World screwworm before it reaches U.S. cattle. The plant will produce up to 300 million sterile flies per week, using a proven method that prevents the pest from reproducing and helps protect the cattle industry long term.
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RANCHING KNOW-HOW
Spring Processing Tips
 Gustafson | Spring calf processing is a key time to build herd health, and getting the details right makes all the difference. Following BQA practices like proper injection sites, clean equipment and correct vaccine handling helps treatments work better and protects long-term performance. |
BEHIND THE MIC
Cattle Tech and E-Commerce with Terrell Miller
CATTLE COMMUNITY
RECIPE OF THE WEEK
Philly Beef Cheesesteak Sandwiches
Can't make it all the way to Philly for your favorite sandwich? We have you covered. Tender beef steak with sautéed peppers and onions make this sandwich a forever classic. |
READER POLL
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LAST WEEK’S POLL RESULTS
What’s your biggest factor in reducing calving difficulty? | 60.20%: Bull selection 19.39%: Heifer development 10.20%: Nutrition program 10.20%: Close monitoring |
