Deciding which cows to cull is a challenging task for most producers. Sometimes, their personal feelings about that particular animal get in the way. Sometimes, they don’t even know which ones are under-performing and which ones need to be kept.
Given the current conditions, which have persisted for the last year or so, the need for culling has become even more pronounced. With limited forages and the looming threat of tight hay supplies this winter, culling is beneficial and necessary for effective herd management.
It’s crucial to remember that culling an animal doesn’t diminish its value. In fact, cull cows significantly contribute to the gross income of any commercial cow operation, accounting for about 20%. Here are some clear guidelines to follow to ensure you’re maximizing the return from your culled animals, reinforcing the financial benefits of culling.
Heifer development, while challenging, is a rewarding task that shapes the future of your herd. The transformation of young heifers into productive mothers is a process that, with careful planning and management, can lead to long-term success. Every decision, from nutrition to breeding, has a lasting impact on the productivity of your herd, instilling a sense of optimism and motivation for the future.
Winter grazing management can 
It may not seem like it now, but winter is coming. The change in seasons also brings new problems to deal with to keep your cattle performing at their best. Keeping your cattle healthy during the stress of colder winter temperatures can be a pain in the neck. It is also doable.
Protein supplements are often needed during the fall and winter months. This need is because, during this time, most of your tame pasture forages go into dormancy. When this happens, things like their protein content will go down.
What is the proper strategy for heifer development for my cowherd?
Understanding shrinkage is a 
Prickly pear, along with other cactus species, is a pressing issue in pastures. The proliferation of these cacti can impede livestock movement and pose serious health risks.
It’s hard to believe that we are almost to September, which means that summer is almost over. The temperatures will be getting cooler (
Weaning is one of the most critical times for cattle producers. It is a period when all their hard work begins to pay off with an excellent large calf crop. This challenging yet promising time assures long-term benefits and a thriving herd, instilling a sense of optimism and motivation in cattle producers.
