Why is 45+ Day Weaning Important for Feeder Calf Health?

Why is 45+ Day Weaning Important for Feeder Calf Health?

– Glenn Selk, Oklahoma State University Emeritus Extension Animal Scientist – The “Value-Added” calf sales were held all across the country in late summer and  fall.  Most of the “Value-Added” calf sales require that the calves are weaned at least 45 days...
UF/IFAS Animal Science Offering Know Your Heifer Program

UF/IFAS Animal Science Offering Know Your Heifer Program

Dr. Mario Binelli, UF/IFAS  Department of Animal  Sciences – In Florida, developing the yearling heifer to generate a successful pregnancy is a major challenge for beef operations. Delayed attainment of puberty and failure to conceive leads to a short-term...
Cotton Marketing News:  The Long March to 68—Now What?

Cotton Marketing News: The Long March to 68—Now What?

Don Shurley, UGA Professor Emeritus of Cotton Economics This week, cotton prices inched ever closer to the 68 cents area—breaking above the 65 to 67 cents range that prices have been in for the better part of last month.  The move closer to 68 was made on expected...