calves

Ranching is already a tough gig, but throw in the return of wolves, and it's a whole new ballgame for these hardworking folks.

Late last week, the Washington State Department of Fish and Wildlife authorized the lethal removal of one wolf from the Sherman pack in Ferry County.

It’s a conversation picking up in frequency in the dairy industry; rumen health technology for calves.

Calf prices are at historic highs, and experts say there’s no better time to implement practices to maximize your revenue.

The Washington State Department of Fish and Wildlife said last week it is considering a period of evaluation following repeated livestock depredations.  This comes following a series of depredations in the Kettle Mountains of Ferry County that left one calf dead, three calves injured and one wolf dead.  Th...

When it comes to raising healthy dairy calves, protecting them from bovine respiratory disease is essential for their growth and long-term profitability.  Dr. Linda Tikofsky, a professional services veterinarian with Boehringer-Ingelheim, said it's very important to create a plan to protect calves from BRD.   “...

Cattle and calves on feed for feedlots with a capacity of 1,000 or more head totaled 11.7 million on January 1st.  The inventory was 3% below January 1st of last year.  That inventory included 7.03 million steers and steer calves, down 4% from the previous year.  That group accoun...

Every successful cattle operation puts the well-being of its livestock above all else.  To get the best out of each animal, producers have to put their best into it.  Dr. David Shirbroun is a professional services veterinarian for Boehringer-Ingelheim.   “...

With non-lethal measures failing to stop depredations, the Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife has authorized lethal removal of up to two wolves in the High Valley area in eastern Union County, an area previously used by the Catherine Pack...

With cold weather to start this week, cattle producers are on their toes because of the challenges Mother Nature creates during calving season.  To combat the cold temperatures and remaining snow, Taylor Grussing, a cow/calf specialist with South Dakota State University Extension, recommends producers decrease wind and provide adequate bedding.  ...