Tag: cattle
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5 Reasons Why Healthy Pastures Contribute to Healthy Cattle
Being a self-proclaimed Grass Geek may seem easy on the surface but, to be completely honest, keeping our pasture and grass quality high on the priority list, particularly during a drought, is easier said than done. Just like our own personal health, we are constantly working on improving our pastures. Our bodies need attention and…
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Spastic Squirrels and Restless Ranchers Have a Lot in Common
This post is a collaboration with Beef. It’s What’s For Dinner. on behalf of the Beef Checkoff. I received compensation but all thoughts and opinions are my own. ——————————————————————-Squirrels are such admirable little creatures – in a frenetic sort of way. In the spring, they frolic in parks and backyards, unworried and joyful. But once…
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4 Ways Ranchers Increase Their Sustainability on the Ranch
It’s not uncommon to discuss rotational grazing, water plans and soil nutrients when the topic of sustainability arises, especially when it comes to discussions online and in print media. However, there are many animal and herd management tactics that cattle ranchers can use to further improve the sustainability and viability of their ranches. It’s important…
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The Prairie: Where Veggies Don’t Grow but the Cows Are Happy
This post is a collaboration with Beef. It’s What’s For Dinner. on behalf of the Beef Checkoff. I received compensation but all thoughts and opinions are my own. I love my home in Kansas with its wide-open skies and big views of the horizon – it’s just like our state song proclaims: Home, home on…
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Heat Stress is a Serious Issue for Cattle and Other Livestock
Whew – who turned up the heat?! Summer has definitely arrived at our home on the range and while it’s nice to not battle snow drifts and sleet to take care of our livestock, the excessive heat obviously presents challenges of its own. Just as in humans, heat stress can be harmful to cattle and…