Welcome to the 134th edition of Ranching.com – the leading cattle management resource for a community of 96,000+ ranchers and farmers.

🐄 Smaller Breeds, Bigger Returns - As cattle continue to grow in size, more producers are asking whether moderate- and smaller-framed cows may be the better fit for their operations. Matching cow size to available forage, feed resources and production goals can improve efficiency, lower input costs and increase long-term profitability.

💧 Smart Water Monitoring Expands - Ranchbot has raised $15 million to expand its satellite-connected water monitoring technology, helping producers remotely track tanks, pumps and water systems across their operations. The investment will support new tools that improve water management, reduce labor and give ranchers greater visibility into critical resources from anywhere.

🧬 Genetic Tools That Pay Off - Genetic tools like parentage testing, genomic-enhanced EPDs and feed efficiency testing are helping beef producers make more informed breeding and management decisions. Using these technologies can improve herd performance, reduce costs and build a more profitable operation over the long term.

💊 Turning Loss Into Recovery - Pregnancy loss can be costly, but understanding the underlying causes and working with your veterinarian to develop a targeted herd health plan can improve future reproductive success. Identifying risk factors early and making timely management adjustments can help reduce losses and improve overall herd productivity.

🌙 When Nights Stay Hot - Hot days are hard on cattle, but warm nights with little airflow can be even more dangerous because cattle don't have a chance to cool down and recover. Prolonged heat and humidity can lead to severe performance losses, increased health issues and, in extreme cases, significant cattle deaths across the Plains.

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