Producers should let the condition of their cattle and forage dictate when to wean calves, two North Dakota State University Extension Service specialists say. specialist Carl Dahlen. "A recurring ...

Evidence indicates that allowing beef calves to stay in the maternal herd beyond the age of natural weaning promotes animal welfare and may enhance the cows' natural reproductive potential.

The Southern Plains summer heat can be hard on pastures, cows and calves, especially first-calf cows. These cows are in a special class as they still are trying to maintain body condition, actively ...

K-State beef cattle experts and podcast guests explore how nutrition, forage conditions and cow health shape weaning decisions for beef producers. Weaning calves might not sound like a topic to argue ...

KADOKA, S.D. and FORT PIERRE, S.D. — As many farmers and ranchers begin weaning calves across the region, it can be beneficial to consult a veterinarian to help reduce stress and ensure a healthy herd ...

Every year, weaning time for calves is a stress on people and cattle. On our ranch, we started fenceline weaning 35 years ago—separating the cows and calves but putting them in adjacent pens or ...

Producers have pros and cons to consider for spring and fall calving, as well as the timing of each. Editor’s note: The following was written by Taylor Grussing, South Dakota State University ...

STURGIS, S.D. & SPEARFISH, S.D. — Ranchers across the region are preparing to wean calves and western South Dakota cattle producers are experiencing good weather conditions as they wean their herds ...

On most beef farms and ranches, calves are weaned from their mother when they’re around six months old. The tiny animals are introduced to a new diet, a new environment, and they have to learn new ...

Photos courtesy of the Schaff family Schaff Angus Valley (SAV) is synonymous with high quality registered Angus bulls and ...