Posts Tagged ‘Cattle Health’
When Liquid Energy for Beef Cattle Pays Off
Liquid energy for beef cattle can support intake, gain and cow condition. Learn when it fits, how to feed it, and what to watch in your ration this winter.
Read MoreZINC: THE QUIET DRIVER OF STRESS RESILIENCE, GAIN, AND CARCASS QUALITY
ZINC: THE QUIET DRIVER OF STRESS RESILIENCE, GAIN, AND CARCASS QUALITY Why this small trace mineral deserves a big place in your mineral program Zinc rarely gets the attention that copper or selenium do, yet pound for pound it may be the hardest-working trace mineral in the bunk. Zinc is a required cofactor for more…
Read MoreFighting Flies, Ticks, Mosquitoes & More
LIVESTOCK NUTRITION SUPPLIES Producer Newsletter • Summer 2026 Fighting Flies, Ticks, Mosquitoes & More The Case for All-Natural, Multi-Layer Protection For Cattle, Horses, Sheep, Goats & All Livestock Summer brings green grass, longer days — and an onslaught of ectoparasites. Flies, ticks, and mosquitoes are not merely a nuisance. They are a direct tax on…
Read MoreSUMMER PROTEIN & NUTRIENT MANAGEMENT FOR CATTLE ON PASTURE
LIVESTOCK NUTRITION SUPPLIES May Edition SUMMER PROTEIN & NUTRIENT MANAGEMENT FOR CATTLE ON PASTURE Protecting herd performance when summer forages fall short Dear Producers, Nutritionists & Veterinarians, As summer heat sets in across the Central Plains, cattle producers face one of the most common — and often underestimated — nutritional challenges of the year: declining…
Read MoreWildfire Impacts on Pasture & Forage: What It Means for Your Cattle
Dear Valued Customers and Subscribers, Our thoughts and prayers go out to all who have been affected by the recent fires throughout our Nation. Wildfires are an unfortunate reality in many livestock-producing regions, and their effects extend well beyond the immediate loss of forage. As we move into recovery and regrowth phases, it’s critical to…
Read MoreHow Vitamin & Mineral Deficiencies Affect Bull Fertility
Preparing Your Herd for a Successful Breeding Season Dear Livestock Enthusiast, Bull fertility is one of the most overlooked factors influencing herd productivity. A single sub-fertile bull can dramatically reduce pregnancy rates, extend the calving season, and ultimately decrease the number and uniformity of calves weaned. While genetics and structural soundness play important roles, nutrition—especially…
Read MoreOptimizing Wagyu Reproduction & Calf Performance with Vitamins A, D & E
For Wagyu breeders focused on elite genetics, exceptional marbling, and long-term herd performance, nutrition during late gestation and early lactation plays a defining role in reproductive success and calf development. Among all nutrients, Vitamins A, D, and E are foundational to conception rates, fetal growth, immune strength, and ultimately the quality and performance of the…
Read MoreProtecting Your Herd from Grass Tetany: Causes, Effects, and Proven Prevention
Dear Valued Readers, As spring pastures begin to green up, so does a serious but often overlooked danger—grass tetany, or hypomagnesemia. This metabolic disorder can affect a wide range of grazing livestock, including: These animals are most at risk when grazing on lush, rapidly growing pastures—typically in early spring or after a flush of regrowth…
Read More🧾 Winter Calving Precautions: Protecting Cows and Calves During Extreme Cold
Season’s Greetings Valued Subscribers, Calving in January and February presents unique challenges, especially during periods of extreme cold, wind, and fluctuating temperatures. Cold stress increases nutrient requirements, weakens immune response, and raises the risk of dystocia, weak calves, scours, pneumonia, and delayed rebreeding. Proactive management—including proper vitamin and mineral supplementation—can significantly improve calving success, calf…
Read More🧾 Understanding Frost-Damaged Forages & Protecting Livestock Health
Dear Valued Subscribers, As temperatures drop and frost becomes more frequent, livestock producers face a critical seasonal challenge: frost-affected forages. While fall forages can be nutritious, frost events change plant chemistry in ways that can put cattle, sheep, goats, and horses at risk. This newsletter highlights what to watch for, how to protect your animals,…
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