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The Benefits Of Growth-Promoting Implants For Beef Cattle, Caleb C. Reichhardt, Reganne K. Briggs, Laura Motsinger, Kara Thornton-Kurth, Matthew D. Garcia
The Benefits Of Growth-Promoting Implants For Beef Cattle, Caleb C. Reichhardt, Reganne K. Briggs, Laura Motsinger, Kara Thornton-Kurth, Matthew D. Garcia
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Growth-promoting implants have been used in the cattle industry for decades. Their benefits allow cattle producers to become more sustainable by decreasing the amount of resources used. Resources such as water and land are decreased when using growth-promoting implants in beef cattle.
Intermountain Beef Cow/Calf Management Calendar, C. Kim Chapman, Matthew D. Garcia, Ryan Larsen, Kerry A. Rood
Intermountain Beef Cow/Calf Management Calendar, C. Kim Chapman, Matthew D. Garcia, Ryan Larsen, Kerry A. Rood
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This calendar gives beef cow/calf management tips for nutrition, animal health, finance, and public lands information for each month of the year.
Medication Darts Are Gaining In Popularity - Do They Affect Meat Quality? Are There Risks?, David J. Wilson, Kerry A. Rood
Medication Darts Are Gaining In Popularity - Do They Affect Meat Quality? Are There Risks?, David J. Wilson, Kerry A. Rood
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Livestock, such as beef cattle or post-weaned dairy cattle that are not yet milking, are often relatively “tame” (sometimes the term tame may not apply very well) and can be readily approached within a few feet. However, without adequate restraint facilities or enough personnel, actually treating the livestock is often difficult and can become frustrating and dangerous to people and animals. A solution to this problem, which is being rapidly and increasingly adopted, is the use of medication darts. Nevertheless, many in the cattle industry are raising some concerns. What are some of the characteristics of medication darts? Is there …
Environmental And Animal Benefits When Beef Cattle Consume Condensed And Hydrolysable Tannins, Elizabeth K. Stewart, Juan J. Villalba, Kerry A. Rood
Environmental And Animal Benefits When Beef Cattle Consume Condensed And Hydrolysable Tannins, Elizabeth K. Stewart, Juan J. Villalba, Kerry A. Rood
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This fact sheet describes the environmental and animal benefits when cattle consume condensed and hydrolysable tannins, and includes producer concerns.
Understanding The Contributions Of Beef Cattle To Greenhouse Gas Emissions, Elizabeth Stewart, Eric Thacker, Matthew D. Garcia, Juan J. Villalba
Understanding The Contributions Of Beef Cattle To Greenhouse Gas Emissions, Elizabeth Stewart, Eric Thacker, Matthew D. Garcia, Juan J. Villalba
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This fact sheet describes current and projected beef consumption, methane, nitrogen, beef cattle production, and possibilities for more sustainable beef production.
Collection Of Biological Material For Commercial Genomic Testing In Beef, Matthew D. Garcia, Kevin Heaton, Linden Greenhalgh
Collection Of Biological Material For Commercial Genomic Testing In Beef, Matthew D. Garcia, Kevin Heaton, Linden Greenhalgh
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This fact sheet describes collecting biological material for commercial genomic testing of beef cattle. It includes a description of materials needed, methods of collecting including blood, ear notching, or tissue collection, and how to ship and store samples.
Weaning Strategies In Beef Cattle To Reduce Stress, Matthew Garcia, Kerry Rood, Clark Israelsen
Weaning Strategies In Beef Cattle To Reduce Stress, Matthew Garcia, Kerry Rood, Clark Israelsen
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This fact sheet considers weaning strategies for beef cattle, including the advantages and disadvantages of fenceline weaning, and twostep weaning.
Understanding The Semen Evaluation Portion Of The Breeding Soundness Evaluation, C. Kim Chapman, Kerry A. Rood
Understanding The Semen Evaluation Portion Of The Breeding Soundness Evaluation, C. Kim Chapman, Kerry A. Rood
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This fact sheet explains the semen examination section of the bull breeding soundness evaluation form. It indicates what each category on the form is, why it is important, and what the requirements are for a bull to be considered a satisfactory breeder.
On-Ranch Application Of Dna Technology, Kevin Heaton, Katelyn Christensen
On-Ranch Application Of Dna Technology, Kevin Heaton, Katelyn Christensen
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Genetic analysis provides producers with another tool to identify individuals in a herd which have the greatest potential to be most productive or least productive, thus improving ranch sustainability. This project reported in this fact sheet demonstrated that on each ranch there were both genetically inferior and superior livestock for the production traits analyzed. Participating ranchers are using the results to select replacements and are cautioned to avoid single trait selection. This project also created a baseline for genetic quality which individual ranches could compare with future DNA test results.
Demonstrating Advancements In Biotechnology To Ranchers In Southern Utah: Genetic Testing, Kevin Heaton, Katelyn Peterson
Demonstrating Advancements In Biotechnology To Ranchers In Southern Utah: Genetic Testing, Kevin Heaton, Katelyn Peterson
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This fact sheet describes genetic testing for beef cattle to identify which animals in a herd are the most productive or least productive and make some culling decisions based on the results of the tests.
Demonstrating Advancements In Biotechnology To Ranchers In Southern Utah: Pregnancy Diagnosis, Kevin Heaton, Katelyn Peterson, Alyssa O'Toole
Demonstrating Advancements In Biotechnology To Ranchers In Southern Utah: Pregnancy Diagnosis, Kevin Heaton, Katelyn Peterson, Alyssa O'Toole
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This fact sheet describes how to identify pregnant heifers and cows within 28 days of breeding using the pregnancy associated glycoproteins (PAG) test.
Demonstrating Advancements In Biotechnology To Ranchers In Southern Utah: The Snap Bvd Test, Kevin Heaton, Katelyn Peterson, Alyssa O'Toole
Demonstrating Advancements In Biotechnology To Ranchers In Southern Utah: The Snap Bvd Test, Kevin Heaton, Katelyn Peterson, Alyssa O'Toole
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Bovine Viral Diarrhea is a contagious beef cattle virus. The Snap BVD Test can provide accurate results in 20 to 25 minutes. This fact sheet describes how to perform the test.
Practical Reproduction Strategies For Utah Beef Ranches, Kevin Heaton, Trent Wilde, Mark Nelson, Dale Zobell
Practical Reproduction Strategies For Utah Beef Ranches, Kevin Heaton, Trent Wilde, Mark Nelson, Dale Zobell
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This fact sheet identifies opportunities for beef cattle producers to improve herd reproduction.
Salt, Which Color Is Right?, James Keyes
Salt, Which Color Is Right?, James Keyes
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This publication explains the different colors of salt and where each should be used.
Review: Technical Aspects For The Utilization Of Small Grain Straws As Feed Energy Sources For Ruminants: Emphasis On Beef Cattle, J. Severe, D. R. Zobell
Review: Technical Aspects For The Utilization Of Small Grain Straws As Feed Energy Sources For Ruminants: Emphasis On Beef Cattle, J. Severe, D. R. Zobell
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This publication defines Straw and provide information on straw composition, plant cell wall development, and treatments of straw for feed.
Beef Heifer Retention Decisions, Cody Reed, Dale Zobell
Beef Heifer Retention Decisions, Cody Reed, Dale Zobell
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This publication discusses a number of general factors that are essential to an effective decision regarding whether to retain heifers or not.
Utilization Of Heterosis In A Beef Cow Herd, D. R. Zobell, J. Severe
Utilization Of Heterosis In A Beef Cow Herd, D. R. Zobell, J. Severe
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This publication defines heterosis in cows and gives information on the fundamentals, needs, and types of heterosis.
Tips For Synchronizing Cattle Using Progesterone Infused Vaginal Inserts, Kerry A. Rood, Rusty Stott, Kevin Heaton
Tips For Synchronizing Cattle Using Progesterone Infused Vaginal Inserts, Kerry A. Rood, Rusty Stott, Kevin Heaton
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This publication provides tips for cattle producers for synchronizing cattle using progesterone infused vaginal inserts.
Synchronizing Cattle Using Progesterone Infused Vaginal Inserts, Kerry A. Rood, Kevin Heaton, Rusty Stott
Synchronizing Cattle Using Progesterone Infused Vaginal Inserts, Kerry A. Rood, Kevin Heaton, Rusty Stott
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This publication provides tips for cattle producers for synchronizing cattle using progesterone infused vaginal inserts.
Major Factors Or Inputs Affecting Profitability Of Beef Cow Herds In The Western United States, J. Severe, D. R. Zobell
Major Factors Or Inputs Affecting Profitability Of Beef Cow Herds In The Western United States, J. Severe, D. R. Zobell
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This publication discusses issues and areas that affect profitability of beef cow herds in the western United States.
Bovine Viral Diarrhea Beef-Herd Risk Assessment, Kerry A. Rood, C Kim Chapman
Bovine Viral Diarrhea Beef-Herd Risk Assessment, Kerry A. Rood, C Kim Chapman
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This publication gives insite into understanding where the greatest risk to a herd is, relative to the introduction of bovine viral diarrhea (BVD).
Beef Cattle Vaccination Principles And Recommendations, Kerry A. Rood, Rusty Stott
Beef Cattle Vaccination Principles And Recommendations, Kerry A. Rood, Rusty Stott
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This publication provides details and recommendations on vaccinations for beef cattle.
Benefits Of Dna-Based Technology In Beef Production, Kerry A. Rood, Lynn R. Barton, Lee F. Rickords
Benefits Of Dna-Based Technology In Beef Production, Kerry A. Rood, Lynn R. Barton, Lee F. Rickords
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This publication discusses how emerging genetic technology coupled with traditional production practice can help beef producers provide high quality products demanded by consumers.
Reproduction And Immune Impacts From Vitamin Or Mineral Deficiencies: Determining If Your Herd Is Deficient, Kerry A. Rood
Reproduction And Immune Impacts From Vitamin Or Mineral Deficiencies: Determining If Your Herd Is Deficient, Kerry A. Rood
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This publication describes ways to determine vitamin or mineral deficiencies in cattle herds.
Common Vitamin And Mineral Deficiencies In Utah, Jeffery O. Hall, D. R. Zobell
Common Vitamin And Mineral Deficiencies In Utah, Jeffery O. Hall, D. R. Zobell
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This publication discusses common vitamin and mineral deficiencies in animals around Utah.
Residual Feed Intake As A Selection Tool, Jessica Crozier, D. R. Zobell
Residual Feed Intake As A Selection Tool, Jessica Crozier, D. R. Zobell
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This publication explains how residual feed intake can be used as a helpful tool when deciding which sires and dams to utilize to obtain superior genetics.
Effects Of Creep Supplementation While Grazing Improved Irrigated Pastures, A. F. Summers
Effects Of Creep Supplementation While Grazing Improved Irrigated Pastures, A. F. Summers
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This publication describes results of a study of creep supplementation versus grazing among calves.
When Using Intensive Grazing Practices, Does It Matter How Often You Move Cattle To A New Paddock On Improved, Irrigated Pastures In Utah?, R. D. Weidmeier
When Using Intensive Grazing Practices, Does It Matter How Often You Move Cattle To A New Paddock On Improved, Irrigated Pastures In Utah?, R. D. Weidmeier
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This publication includes results from a study that answers the question of how often to move cattle to a new paddock when using intensive grazing practices.
Applying Principles Of Crossbreeding, Dale Zobell, C. Kim Chapman
Applying Principles Of Crossbreeding, Dale Zobell, C. Kim Chapman
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Crossbreeding can be a powerful tool to improve the productivity and profitability of a beef cattle operation when it is used correctly. This fact sheet explains considerations that need to be made for successful production and profitability.