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Chopping silage may be weeks away, but plan now where and how you’ll store it. Taking time to evaluate location before harvest can pay big dividends when it comes to forage quality, feed efficiency, and cost control. Learn more at beef.unl.edu/start-planning…
It’s shaping up to be HOT the rest of this week. Plan any cattle work accordingly and consider rescheduling if you can. More resources for beef cattle and heat, water, and flies can be found at 👉 beef.unl.edu/beefwatch/2023… 👈
When you see cattle showing defensive behaviors such as tail flicking, skin twitching, leg stamping, lying with their legs tucked underneath, standing in water, or bunching in corners of pastures, they are likely being attacked by the stable fly. More at beef.unl.edu/stable-flies-p…
The prussic acid free sorghum Sudan regrowth is looking pretty good. Been rotationally grazing for a month with paddocks grazed twice so far. Hope to get to October grazing this field. @UNLBeef @NebENREEC
The Cattle Comfort Index (CCI) includes: wind speed, solar radiation (sun exposure), air temperature, & humidity. Together, these factors offer a more accurate picture of what cattle experience—not just what the thermometer and hygrometer say. More at beef.unl.edu/getting-reacqu…
It’s going to be a hot one and of course county fairs are kicking off, so be safe w/ livestock and people. If you have cattle work to do, the earlier in the day, the better. More heat resources for cattle at beef.unl.edu/beefwatch/2023…
Finally! Feel like I got the timing right on turn out to sudangrass. 2.5 ft tall and looks very tasty! Come see for yourself on July 24th @NebENREEC @UNLBeef @UNLExtension beef.unl.edu/news/summer-gr… #happycows
Understanding the hormones involved, the timing required, and how to troubleshoot common mishaps is key to making synchronization work for your herd. Learn more at beef.unl.edu/when-estrus-sy…
Join us at the UNL's Barta Brothers Ranch on Wednesday, July 16 to learn more about the research taking place there and more. RSVP by July 11 by emailing [email protected] or calling the number below. #beef @UNLBeef
July BeefWatch articles are available at beef.unl.edu. While there, signup to have new articles delivered to your inbox. This month: Barta Brothers Ranch Tour July 16, Summer Grazing Field Day July 24, Silage Prep, Estrus Synch Fixes, Heat Stress, and more!
Join the Gudmundsen Sandhills Laboratory for its annual open house on August 20! Mark your calendars and find more information at gsl.unl.edu. 📲
Accurately testing hay takes time and money. However, the value of this information is critical in accurately and cost-effectively formulating rations. More at beef.unl.edu/sampling-and-t… #beef
Nice morning for the Stocker Yearling Tour hosted by @UNLBeef Extension. Touring Pawnee Springs Ranch in Maxwell, NE.
@UNLBeef Extension highlighting upcoming events at @NECattlemen Mid Year meeting in Kearney. Check out our events page to sign up for these field day tours! beef.unl.edu/events/
Accurately sampling and testing hay is the only way to get a real understanding of the nutritive value of feed. Read more at beef.unl.edu/sampling-and-t…
Please join us Tuesday, June 17 as we bring our Annual Stocker/Yearling Tour to the North Platte area. We’ll tour and talk with local producers, seeing their stocker/yearling practices in action. Cost is $20. Please RSVP for a meal count at go.unl.edu/summerstockert… #beef
Sudangrass is relatively drought-tolerant. While it still needs moisture to germinate, once established, it can continue to produce with limited rainfall. This makes it a valuable option when rainfall is uncertain and pasture growth is limited. More at beef.unl.edu/need-summer-gr…
In spite of recent rains, some parts of the state are still suffering the effects of drought. Review cow herd and forage management strategies on this upcoming June 5 webinar, Drought Management Tools, Expected Grass Production and Early Weaning. beef.unl.edu/news/nebraska-…
