Most cattle producers breed their cows in June so they will calve in March and April, but heifers should be bred 20 to 30 days before the rest of the herd, said David Fernandez, Cooperative Extension ...

BROOKINGS, S.D. - Given the current economic situation, when it comes to raising their own replacement heifers, cattle producers need to sharpen their pencils and to ensure profits are still there at ...

Heifer development is one of the most substantial expenses for beef cattle operations. Time quickly gets away when you’re a cow-calf operator, but it’s essential to keep the first calf heifers on ...

BROOKINGS, S.D. - Given the current cattle markets, cattle producers have a bit more to consider when deciding whether or not to raise or buy replacement heifers."Some extra homework needs to be done ...

K-State beef cattle experts say strategic breed diversity and careful genetic planning are key to capturing the full benefits ...

Beyond the challenge of balancing cow size with terminal performance, cow-calf operations frequently assess efficiency on a ...

In April, calving season is in full swing, and livestock producers should start thinking about the upcoming breeding season, said David Fernandez, Ph.D., an Extension livestock specialist. Fernandez ...

The Missouri Show-Me-Select Replacement Heifer Program educates cattle producers on heifer development strategies.

The Western Simmental Club is proud to announce its 30th Annual Simmental Cross Breeding Heifer Sale, a landmark event in the ...