Health/Nutrition
ASA updates indexes to reflect beef markets
The American Simmental Association is updating its two economic selection indexes to better reflect…
Aug 21, 2026 · By WLJ
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Health/Nutrition
An update on the current hay production situation
The August Crop Production report from USDA included forecasts for 2026 hay production. The…
Aug 21, 2026 · By Derrell S. Peel, Oklahoma State University Extension livestock marketing specialist
Environment
Forage nitrate levels can spike following rain
Dry weather across the state has increased concerns about nitrate accumulation in forage plants.
Aug 21, 2026 · By NDSU Extension
Environment
Grazing management is key to drought recovery and resilience
Ranchers should have a grazing management plan in place that includes the possibility of…
Aug 21, 2026 · By NDSU Extension
Health/Nutrition
Calf management for early weaning
Early weaning substantially reduces the nutrient requirements of the cow and forage demand during…
Aug 21, 2026 · By Paul Beck, Oklahoma State University Extension beef cattle nutrition specialist
Health/Nutrition
Benefits of supplementing calf nutrition with creep feeding
As the grazing season winds down toward fall, Kansas State University veterinarians say cattle…
Aug 21, 2026 · By K-State Research and Extension