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Dry distillers grain is not an exotic feed ingredient, but at the moment a relatively economic source of protein that works well in beef rations.
Cattleman’s Corner, Livestock

Dried distillers’ grains a viable feed option

DDGS is high in nutrients and pencils out well in a ration

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Corn-dried distillers’ grains solubles (DDGS) have drawn a lot of attention among beef producers in Western Canada this year. That’s because a lack of good-quality forages caused by one of the worst droughts in years as well as high grain/protein-concentrate prices have created an easy choice for feeding this nutritious supplement to cattle. And it […] Read more
Feedlot placements were up in mid 2021 meaning more cattle will be going to market in the fourth quarter of this year. Cow-calf producers are urged to hold onto their calves until at least December and even early 2022.
Cattleman’s Corner, Livestock, Markets

Try to hold calves until early 2022

Market Update: After burdensome supplies to end this year, demand and prices expected to rebound

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Alberta packers were buying fed cattle in the range of $157-$158 during the latter half of September; this is up $3 to $4 from late-August values of $153 to $154. The fed cattle market is in a precarious situation. Beef demand tends to improve in the fourth quarter, however, fed cattle supplies from October through […] Read more
After boring and casing the new well, the water is baled out leaving water in the well clean and fresh.
Cattleman’s Corner, Columns

New wells producing good-quality water

Eppich News: Rain is welcome even though it interrupts harvest

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The beginning of August found us baling buffer zones on the organic land, sloughs and ditches. The bales are few and far between this year. On August 5, we set up the troughs on two of the pastures in Landis in preparation for the wells being dug. We purchased some large mining tires, and with […] Read more
Dr. Brett Terhaar from Frontier Veterinary Services in Winterset, IA using ultra sound equipment for prep checking cattle.
Cattleman’s Corner, Cow-Calf, Livestock

The pros and cons of different preg-check options for cows

Herd size and speed of test can point to the best technique

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Pregnancy testing methods include palpation, ultrasound and blood tests. Dr. Don Driedger of Driedger Veterinary Services in Lloydminster, Alta., does a lot of pregnancy testing in his area, and uses both palpation and ultrasound. “The main reason most producers preg-check is to decrease the number of cows that are just freeloading through winter,” says Driedger. […] Read more
We all need to be the voice of reason and take the emotional arguments out of these discussions especially when it involves those who don’t know the vaccine science issues. – Roy Lewis.
Cattleman’s Corner, Livestock

Producers need to be the voice of reason for vaccines

Roy Lewis: Animal health products are not intended for humans

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In my view, cattle producers can be the voice of reason when it comes to helping the non-rural population understand the decisions about vaccine efficacy, safety, and adverse reactions the rare time it happens in their own cattle. All the discussions and debate about COVID vaccinations revolve around a few questions — whether to vaccinate, […] Read more
The U.S. calf crop has been shrinking since 2018.
Cattleman’s Corner, Livestock, Markets

It’s a bullish market for feeder cattle

Market Update: This is a good time to buy bred heifers or cow-calf pairs

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I’ve received many inquiries from cow-calf producers and backgrounding operators regarding the price outlook for feeder cattle. As of early September, tan steers coming straight off grass averaging 920 pounds were quoted at $199 in southern Alberta; Angus-based heifers weighing 850 pounds were valued at $187. Yearling prices have been hovering at 52-week highs over the […] Read more
Most consumers want to know where their food is coming from, how it’s produced and to feel confident it’s safe and supports their values.
Cattleman’s Corner, Livestock

Sustainability closely linked to beef marketing

Consumers do want to know how beef is produced and who's producing it

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It could be said that marketing and sustainability of the Canadian beef industry are joined at the hip. Without one, the other suffers. Dorothy Erickson, manager of veterinary services for Zoetis in Saskatoon, believes beef’s constructive marketing requires an understanding of its relationship to sustainability. “When we look at the big picture, I think it’s […] Read more
A single lightening strike that travelled along the fence line is believed responsible for the death of these cattle.
Beef Cattle, Cattleman’s Corner, Livestock

Livestock electrocution can be natural or man-made

Animal Health: Make sure tools and electrical services are properly installed and maintained

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We’ve all seen pictures and heard of the cattle deaths following severe lightning storms. Cattle are susceptible because they are so well-grounded. They often gather along fence lines or under tall trees, seeking shelter when lightning strikes. There really is no prevention for this other than to make sure all fences, especially electric fences, are […] Read more
It is important to make a well balanced mineral available, but also important to do your best to encourage cattle to eat their daily requirement.
Cattleman’s Corner, Livestock

Feed management affects proper mineral intake

Don't just dump a bag of mineral in a tub and walk away

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It is easy to open a bag of loose cattle mineral and pour it into mineral feeders or a trough. Yet many beef producers don’t realize the importance of providing essential minerals and vitamins to their beef cow herd on a regular basis. That’s why I encourage people to choose a well-formulated cattle mineral and […] Read more

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