Cattleman’s Corner & Production Tips

As a farmer, Cynthia Beck knows first hand about mental health issues, and she is also working as a health care provider to help others who may be going through a tough time.

Connecting rural communities to mental health

Don’t be afraid to reach out for help

By Heather Smith Thomas March 2, 2021

People in rural communities with limited access to mental health care can use the phone as the first step to reach a crisis intervention program, says Cynthia Beck, a farmer and university student completing her Master’s degree in Clinical Psychology. She plans to finish graduate school and become a registered clinical psychologist working in rural […] Read more

Final design has a strap on one wrist attached by a chain to a quick release clip that holds the wand trigger in the “on” position.

Cattleman’s Corner, Equipment

Power washer safety bracelet wins pork award

By Meristem Land & Science February 24, 2021

Martin Gosselin of Saint-Isidore, Que. has won this year’s F X Aherne Prize for Innovative Pork Production with a simple device that improves safety while using a wand washer. The award was presented at the 2021 Banff Pork Seminar by Ben Willing, a University of Alberta professor and chair of the awards committee. Gosselin, who […] Read more

Electric loaders and trucks are being used in feeding equipment.

Cattleman’s Corner, Equipment

Manufacturers feature crimpers and electric feeders

Electric power silage carts and feeder trucks in Europe

By Chris Mccullough February 23, 2021

As well as robotic feeding systems, visitors to recent EuroTier trade shows learned about the developments in electric-powered ration feeders and the increased popularity of crimping grain. German manufacturer Siloking has several self-propelled diet feeders including one that focuses on using renewable energy to power itself. The eSilokamm machine comes complete with a cab offering […] Read more

The number of cattle processed at Canadian and U.S. packing plants exceeded expectations from July through December 2020.

Cattleman’s Corner, Livestock, Markets

COVID impact may be easing by early summer

Market Update with Jerry Klassen: Life may not be quite back to normal, but beef markets might be

By Jerry Klassen February 22, 2021

The beef and cattle markets continue to recover from the effects of the COVID pandemic. During the first quarter of 2020, beef demand was adjusting to higher unemployment levels as coronavirus spread throughout the U.S. and Canada. The problem was exacerbated when outbreaks of the virus among workers forced processing plants in Canada and the […] Read more

Veterinarian recommends having a good supply of good quality disinfectants and cleaning products on hand at calving.

Cattleman’s Corner, Cow-Calf, Livestock

Your calving season checklist — be prepared

Don’t wait till the last minute to start searching for equipment

By Heather Smith Thomas February 19, 2021

Before calving starts, you want everything you might need on hand, and have all facilities and equipment functional and ready for use. A few calves may arrive early, so don’t wait till the last minute to get machinery or other equipment out of the calving barn or maternity pen if that’s where you stored or […] Read more

Jerry Baerg out checking cattle as graze on chaff piles — all part of keeping nutrients on the field.

Beef Cattle, Cattleman’s Corner, Livestock

Cattle important to regenerative ag program

Producer finds that cattle and crops can complement each other

By Heather Smith Thomas February 17, 2021

Jerry Baerg farms grain and cattle in central Alberta near Linden. He grew up on the family farm and worked with his dad, then worked off farm for a while. On his return, he bought into the farm and began farming full time. While attending a soil health/grazing conference five years ago, he began thinking […] Read more

In dairy operations twin calves usually mean some extra management is required.

Cattleman’s Corner, Dairy Cattle, The Dairy Corner

An approach to managing twin dairy calves

A multiple birth isn’t necessarily a cause for celebration

By Peter Vitti February 11, 2021

I used to think that when a dairy cow gave birth to a set of twins, it was a time to celebrate. However, when I talk dairy producers, most frown at the thought. That’s because twin calvings are not only hard on the freshening cow, but can also lead to many of her post-partum problems. […] Read more

Cattleman’s Corner, Cow-Calf, Livestock

Prep heifers for breeding and calving

Bred or unbred, these animals need energy to grow

By Peter Vitti February 10, 2021

Many producers are retaining more replacement heifers than in previous years. There are many good reasons to do so, but if so they should assure that unbred replacements are receiving adequate midwinter nutrition in order to be ready for breeding in the spring and ready to give birth to their first healthy calf. Given that […] Read more

It is important to make sure newborn calf is “accepted” and gets proper feed of colostrum.

Cattleman’s Corner, Cow-Calf, Livestock

Tips for a healthy calving season

Animal Health with Roy Lewis: All players should share ideas of what works and what doesn’t

By Roy Lewis February 9, 2021

Spring calving season is close upon us and every year after the fact, there are always some things we would do differently. Calving is a humbling experience, even for veterans. I am sure you all have some words of wisdom to share, and I am all ears. We can all learn from each other, and […] Read more

With about two feet of snow already in December, this Degelman blade will come in handy to keep trails open to feed cows.

Cattleman’s Corner, Columns

Tractor arrival gets new year off to good start

Eppich News: Several Quarter Horses went to good homes in 2020

By Heather Eppich February 8, 2021

A few of our Eppich Quarter Horse weanlings went to their new homes at the end of November and beginning of December. It is sad to see them go, as we get quite attached sometimes, but it is good to see them go to homes where they will be enjoyed. On Dec. 3 Gregory and […] Read more

U.S. criticizes Mexico’s handling of screwworm near border

U.S. grains: Soybean futures edge up as Argentina ends export tax waiver

U.S. livestock: Hog futures hit contract high, herd falls short of estimates

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U.S. criticizes Mexico’s handling of screwworm near border

U.S. grains: Soybean futures edge up as Argentina ends export tax waiver

U.S. livestock: Hog futures hit contract high, herd falls short of estimates

Cattleman’s Corner

Connecting rural communities to mental health

Power washer safety bracelet wins pork award

Manufacturers feature crimpers and electric feeders

COVID impact may be easing by early summer

Your calving season checklist — be prepared

Cattle important to regenerative ag program

An approach to managing twin dairy calves

Prep heifers for breeding and calving

Tips for a healthy calving season

Tractor arrival gets new year off to good start

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