BY: Lew Strickland, Extension Veterinarian, University Of Tennessee June 7, 2018 02:52 PM One of the questions that I hear the most concerning castration is; when should I castrate my calves Doc? Many producers will castrate their calves when they are two or three days old, which is my preferred period. Castration should occur when […]
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BY: Sarah Cato, University Of Arkansas Cooperative Extension Grazing fresh young alfalfa can induce bloat in cattle. Bloat can sometimes be fatal to cattle. ( Dirk Philipp, University of Arkansas ) Bloat in cattle is a seasonal problem for producers which can be caused by grazing forage such as certain legumes and to a […]
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In many cases, mycotoxins won’t alert livestock producers to their presence. There may be no visible mold and no bad smell. Yet, the infestation can be there — waiting to drag down production, decrease herd health, lower fertility and even be a food safety hazard. “While mycotoxins are produced by specific molds, visible signs of […]
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Regarding the Accurate Labeling Act, American Farm Bureau Federation President Zippy Duvall said: “To fulfill their purpose of helping consumers make informed choices based on facts, food labels must be science-based. Congress should ensure that food labels are consistent, clear and credible. We support new legislation to make ‘smart labels’ the standard, uniform vehicle to […]
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On May 22 the Public Lands Council (PLC) launched a formal Request for Proposals (RFP) for projects designed to strengthen the long-term viability of the public lands ranching industry. Funded by the PLC Endowment Trust, the RFP calls for submissions that address key issues facing federal lands ranchers. Desired project themes include: •Generating current, relevant […]
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Franklin County Cattlemen's Association 