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James and Ian play in the field at meal time trying to help Gregory with the weeds and rocks.
Cattleman’s Corner

Seeding is finished in time for June rain

Eppich News: There is always something to work on including one of those first-ever repair jobs

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Mid-May to the beginning of June we were busy with seeding, turning the cows out to pasture and foaling. It was very dry in May with only a couple of small showers. Mother’s Day started a very good day but when we went to check our cows, we discovered a cow stuck in a slough. […] Read more
It is important to keep a close eye on both bulls and cows, particularly during the breeding season to ensure that lameness isn't affecting breeding performance.
Cattleman’s Corner, Cow-Calf

Keep foot rot locked out of the breeding season

Manage high-risk conditions and be prepared to treat as needed

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Most cow herds have been grazing green pastures for the last few months. Many are still in the midst of the breeding season, and I believe just by sheer probability that most producers have already successfully treated one or two cases of foot rot. To me, that’s a good thing, because lame cows and bulls […] Read more
Cattle prices encouraging herd expansion
Beef Cattle, Cattleman’s Corner, Markets

Cattle prices encouraging herd expansion

Market Update: Consumer spending on beef has been strong, but will it continue?

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During the third week of June, Alberta packers were buying fed cattle on a dressed basis at $415/cwt delivered. Prices f.o.b the feedlot in southern Alberta were averaging $246/cwt. The U.S cattle herd has been contracting for the past four years. Cattle prices are now functioning to encourage expansion. Wholesale beef prices are also trading […] Read more
The first foal of the year, a beautiful filly.
Cattleman’s Corner

Joseph celebrates birthday, foaling begins

Eppich News: Fortunately, a bit of rain as seeding gets underway

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The last couple of weeks of April were quite busy. Gregory and John started working on the cultivators to get them ready for fieldwork. On April 24 John worked the home quarter in order to prepare it for seeding, and from there both seeding outfits were in the field nearly every day for over a […] Read more
The drill stem cradle holds the bale in place. As the animals eat, the bale slides down into the steamer wheel.
Beef Cattle, Cattleman’s Corner

Building a heavy-duty feeder for bulls

Some steel odds and ends welded together can handle bull abuse

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Bulls are so hard on bale feeders. They always seem to be pushing and rubbing against the feeders, which just don’t stand up to the pressure. Over time, the bars break off and then the top ring breaks, leaving a protruding piece of metal that is perfect for both people and animals to get hurt […] Read more
Cattle are often susceptible to frothy bloat when grazing lush alfalfa pastures. It is best to ease them into high-risk pastures and even provide some dry hay or straw.
Cattleman’s Corner, Cow-Calf, Livestock

Preventing frothy bloat on early spring pasture

A couple of treatments are available, but management practices can avoid the problem

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As a beef nutritionist, I haven’t heard about many fatal cow bloat cases over the last 10 years, but of the few I’m aware of, it seems it takes only a few things to come together to make bloat deadly. From talking to experienced beef producers, I am also aware that the risk of annual […] Read more
Hopefully the beef herd remains healthy, but when there is a case of illness or injury getting a proper diagnosis as well as prognosis for recovery will help determine whether treatment is warranted.
Beef Cattle, Cattleman’s Corner, Livestock

To butcher or not to butcher that cow?

Animal Health: Have a proper diagnosis of a sick or downed animal before administering any treatments

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Which bovine conditions might prevail if butchering the animal to salvage the meat would produce the most practical or successful outcome? We often think of this after the fact when products such as antimicrobials or painkillers have already been administered. That is where the dilemma begins. What is the slaughter withdrawal period if you plan […] Read more
Some of the cows enjoy a bite to eat from the homemade bunk feeder.
Cattleman’s Corner, Livestock

Cold, slow start to spring on the farm

Eppich News: Cows have calved and now it’s the mares’ turn to foal

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Spring was very slow to come this year. The ground was completely snow-covered until Easter. Then suddenly it became spring. The snow melted very quickly. Only the deep drifts around the trees remained. There was not much at all for run-off. Our dugout at home is not even half full. Calving went fairly well this […] Read more
Pasture conditions during the spring and summer always have an affect on beef markets.
Cattleman’s Corner, Livestock, Markets

Positive margins underpin feeder complex

Market Update with Jerry Klassen: As usual, a lot will depend on whether there’s moisture for grass and feed grains

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During the second week of April, Alberta packers were buying live fed cattle in the range of $229-$230/cwt f.o.b. feedlot in southern Alberta. This is up approximately $7 from mid-April. Breakeven pen closeouts are around $220/cwt. After struggling for nearly three years in a row, feeding margins have finally moved into positive territory. Strength in […] Read more

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