Ethan Wulff, 15 of Terrell, TX, had his first taste of the show ring this year, and has definitely got the bug for it. “I have really enjoyed showing this year!” he says, “I definitely plan on showing again next year.” For Ethan, showing livestock is a family tradition. “I have always wanted to show …
Ethan Wulff – First-Time Livestock Showman Wins Big at County Fair Read More »
Reproductive success is the cornerstone of a profitable beef operation. The first goal of any operation is always putting as many live calves on the ground as possible. The ability to efficiently breed and calve your cows maximizes your calf crop to ensure a steady supply of replacement heifers with increased herd longevity and healthy …
Feed ‘Em and Breed ‘Em: Pre-Breeding and Gestational Nutrition Read More »
Winter presents unique challenges for cattle producers as cold temperatures and reduced forage availability can impact cattle’s nutritional needs and overall health. Implementing effective winter feeding strategies is crucial to ensure that cattle maintain their weight, immunity, and reproductive performance during this demanding season. In this article, we explore key winter feeding strategies that can …
Ashley Schmitt, 16 from Seminole, TX, never intended to show livestock. “My sister had a steer and was spending a large amount of her time at the ag barns.” Ashley explains “At those barns was a show steer that had been purchased for another student and was going to be resold. I had decided that …
Protein supplementation is a crucial aspect of cattle nutrition, especially during periods when forage quality may be limited or deficient in essential nutrients. Protein plays a vital role in various physiological functions within a cow’s body, including growth, reproduction, immune response, and milk production. Adequate protein intake is essential to maintain cattle health and support …
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Cambree Pittman, 11 years old from Canadian, TX, had a blast showing her friend Ms. P last year. “Ms. P is so special to me.” She says “We both have the same personalities and have had a lot of fun this last year. Neither one of us can sit still or stay focused very long!” …
Cambree Pittman – Cambree and Ms. P, Growing Up Together in the Show Ring Read More »
Though Bryar Sherrill of Levelland, TX is only 13 years old, he is an established veteran of the Livestock Show circuit. “I’ve grown up with livestock and showing has been a family business. I have been showing since I could walk in jackpots, but I have had the pleasure of showing at majors for 6 …
Bryar Sherrill – Rising to the Top, Year After Year Read More »
Part I: Signs and Symptoms of Internal Parasites in Sheep and Goats Barber pole worms are the most common internal parasites of concern for U.S. sheep and goats as they are highly pathogenic, adaptable, voracious feeds, prolific egg layers, and have a short life cycle. Relatively warm and wet climates of the U.S. make barber …
Predator control is an important management tool for sheep and goat raisers. Young animals make for easy prey, and predators will capitalize on the opportunity to target lambs and kid goats when given the chance. Predators can devastate a small ruminant operation by reducing survivability and ultimately decreasing revenue if control measures are not in …
Top Six Considerations When Choosing a Livestock Guardian Dog Read More »
