CalfDex: A Free Basic Record App for Cow-Calf Producers

CalfDex: A Free Basic Record App for Cow-Calf Producers

  Audrey Marchek, Ted Schroeder, Robert Larson, and Jake Hefley, Kansas State University In December 2022, the framework design for CalfDex, a newly available animal data recording tool, was completed. Developers of CalfDex are now in the process of finalizing...
Genomics: Transforming the Beef Industry

Genomics: Transforming the Beef Industry

Raluca Mateescu, & Aubry Pearce, Department of Animal Sciences, University of Florida Genomics is the field dedicated to exploring DNA’s structure, function, evolution, and genetic composition in animals. It encompasses the entirety of genes and genetic material...
Pinkeye: A Mechanical Battle

Pinkeye: A Mechanical Battle

Dealing with pinkeye in cattle is a common and frustrating battle for the cattle industry. While the main issue may seem to be impairment of vision, major financial impact is found in an overall decline in cattle performance. A 1993 study estimated pinkeye costs U.S....