As summer approaches and the temperature rises, it’s time to start protecting your cattle from flies and disease. Pinkeye in cattle is a highly contagious disease which can affect your herd and bottom line if left untreated. What Causes Pinkeye in Cattle? Pinkeye, also known as Infectious Bovine Keratoconjunctivitis, is a contagious ocular disease that […]
Backyard Chickens: 5 Things to Consider Before Committing
Over the past two decades, backyard chickens have become an increasingly common occurrence across America. Before purchasing chickens, here are five things you need to ask yourself. Is Owning Chickens Legal in My Area? Before taking into account other costs and fees associated with owning chickens, ensure that chickens are legal in your town or […]
4th Quarter Touchdown Checklist
The 4th Quarter of cattle management is upon you. Fall working is one of the cattle producers best opportunities to make decisions that affect herd health and profit or loss. This is a good chance to go “hands on” with every cow and to plan for a favorable breeding and calving season. Get the play-by-play for your […]
5 Effective Ways to Prepare Livestock For Natural Disasters
The ASPCA determined the leading cause of death for livestock in natural disasters are collapsed barns, kidney failure from dehydration, and electrocution from fencing or fallen power lines. Jeffers recommends that you should consider moving your animals prior to the approach of the storm. However if this is not option, here are some tips to make sure your livestock […]
Bottle Feeding a Baby Goat 101
By Sharon Reeves If bottle feeding a baby goat is necessary, it’s important not to over-feed or feed the wrong formula. When at all possible it’s better for the kids to be left nursing from their mom. Sometimes, however, this isn’t an option. I usually try to work with a doe and newborn for at […]