Unl Beefwatch

Grazing annual forages at and shortly after a freeze event raises the potential for toxicity. The risks and practices to mitigate them are discussed.

The price fundamentals based on consumer demand and beef supplies are strong going into the fall with little sign of heifer retention and cow herd rebuilding occurring.

Dr. Mary Drewnoski shares research producers can use to effectively utilize corn residue. Expected grazing days per acre, supplementation strategies and factors that impact grazing quality are discussed.

David Boxler discusses the unique challenges these ticks provide, disease they can transmit,how to scout for them and options for control

Whorled Milkweed can be toxic when consumed by livestock. Management practices to mitigate its presence in hay fields and the risk when it is present in harvested hay is discussed

Dr. Elliott Dennis shares factors shaping the cattle markets and states that at the foundation is exceptional consumer demand for beef!

Excellent control of perennials, biennnials and winter annual weeds can occur in the fall through the use of strategically applied herbicides. Keys for timing and application are discussed.

Best management practices to minimize silage spoilage and reduce dry matter loss are discussed.

Air flow, water, sprinklers, shade and even bedding can be helpful to reduce the impacts of heat on cattle. Benefits of different methods are discussed.

Research has shown a combination of two herbicides applied on pasture and rangeland in the fall can have effective control of winter annual grasses on rangeland and pasture. How the products work and principles for application are discussed.

Considerations for care and management of calves born in mid to late summer along with practices that can mitigate common stressors are discussed.

Nebraska Extension Veterinarian Dr.Funk discusses factors that contribute to and common symptoms of summer pneumonia in nursing calves.

The research behind the Cattle Comfort Index is explained and resources producers can use to access the information is discussed.

Dr. David Anderson, market analyst shares his perspective on current prices and some thoughts on price risk management for cattle producers.

Review of the standard estrus synch drugs are discussed as well as frequent questions that are raised related to common problems that can occur. Resources for estrus synch planning are discussed as well.

Valuing a corn crop standing in the field for silage harvest or delivered to the cattle in the bunk and the factors that impact the price based on moisture content and quality are discussed.

University of Nebraska researchers have began exploring the capabilities of virtual fence for grazing management in annual forages and perennial pastures. Their experience, how the tool has worked, and opportunities for application in a producer setting are discussed.

Daniel Mushrush, an early adopter of virtual fence technology shares his experience. What went well, what didn't, and the opportunities this tool provides for his family's ranch.

The cost of gain versus the value of gain is key for the profitablity of creep feeding calves. Keys to consider when evaluating whether or not to creep feed calves are discussed.

CRP acres are often grazed with cattle. Having an estimate of the quality of this forage can help producers know what protein and energy supplementation may be needed to meet animal nutrient needs. Recent data from KSU provides baseline information on protien and energy of forage.