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Banding properly applied worked well to remove mature horns 
with minimal discomfort.
Cattleman’s Corner, Cow-Calf, Livestock

Banding worked well for dehorning

Cattle displayed some discomfort but it didn't last long

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Cattle with horns can be anything from an irritant to a real problem for producers. They are usually more aggressive than the polled or dehorned animals because they know they have a weapon. They can hurt other cattle by head butting them to get them to move away from feed or water. They can also […] Read more
Canadian prices divorce from U.S. fundamentals
Cattleman’s Corner, Markets

Canadian prices divorce from U.S. fundamentals

Market Update with Jerry Klassen: Alberta feeding margins are in the red by $200 per head for feedlots selling in the spot market

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There was unusual price behaviour in western fed and feeder markets during the first weeks of February. Earlier in January, Alberta fed cattle prices reached a high of $166 on live basis for March delivery. By mid-February, Alberta packers were only bidding $150 on a live basis for March 1-15 delivery. At the same time, […] Read more
In this swath grazing experiment, yearlings working their way 
across a paddock where Phalaris was swathed while it was growing, 
with some green regrowth as well.
Cattleman’s Corner, Livestock

Testing swath grazing in Australia

The climate is totally different, but the season is the same

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Editor’s Note: Keep in mind seasons in Australia are reversed: spring — September to November; summer — December to February; autumn — March to May, and winter — June to August.  Most graziers, at least in Western Canada, equate swath grazing to images of cows with snow on their back line and with frozen muzzle […] Read more
The Lift is a automated device for cutting into open face of a silage pit. In this photo the Shuttle Eco robotic feed cart has arrived, at left, and stopped next to the Lift which will load it with fresh silage.
Beef Cattle, Cattleman’s Corner

EU beef producers ready for robotic feeders

Systems can feed precise rations 24 hours a day

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With labour shortages increasing across the agricultural industry internationally, robotic feeding is set to play a significant part on livestock farms in the future. In Europe and other parts of the world, small and large beef units, even outdoor feedlots, are all targets for autonomous feeding systems backed up by the latest sensors, clouds and […] Read more
Sean McGrath has some more thoughts on what might benefit the Canadian beef industry.
Cattleman’s Corner, Livestock

A vision of what the beef industry needs: Part 2

Canadian beef industry needs to think big to optimize its potential

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Editor’s Note: This is part two of a three-part series by Alberta rancher and consultant Sean McGrath with some thoughts on actions to improve the Canadian beef industry. In Part 1, McGrath outlined the value of developing a vision statement for his own farm. Here are more thoughts on what he might include in a […] Read more
New technology for feeding calves on pastures, whether you have a few or a lot.
Cattleman’s Corner, Cow-Calf

New ideas for feeding and housing calves

Designs and technology showcased in Germany

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Giving young calves the best start in life will reward farmers in the long run, as healthier animals thrive much better. With a growing consumer focus on animal welfare, farmers are being urged to ensure calves destined for both beef and dairy herds have the best comfort in life. This was a key message delivered […] Read more
From a single idea for a mineral mix, Hoffman’s as expanded to an 18-item product line.
Cattleman’s Corner, Livestock

Hoffman products tailored for horses

A family business grew out of a search for improved horse health and performance

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A southern Alberta ranch family’s search more than 20 years ago for a better mineral mix for their own horses led to the development of Hoffman Horse Products, which are now known by horse owners across North America. Lorne and Marian Hoffman have had horses all their lives on their ranch near Stavely, about 90 […] Read more
This sheeting was fashioned to create a safe creep area for piglets.
Cattleman’s Corner, Livestock

Homemade safe creep idea protects piglets

A simple solution made with simple materials

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As loose housing becomes standard practice across gestation facilities, it is only a matter of time until the market will demand loose-housed farrowing sows with litters. That’s the opinion of Brett, Jamie and Carl Israel of Carl Israel Farms Ltd. in Mapleton Township, Ont., one of two winners who shared the 2019 F.X. Aherne Prize […] Read more
Replacement time is your best chance to improve the foundation of your cow herd.
Cattleman’s Corner, Livestock

Don’t get sentimental picking replacement cattle

Keep the best of your own, or look to buy quality heifers

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Often in late fall and early winter, many producers face the task of adding replacement heifers to their cow herd, both from their own weaned heifer crop and potentially from other breeders. This routine process often yields mediocre and mixed results, so the question might be: “What can be done to take some of the […] Read more
Cattleman’s Corner, Markets

Understanding feeder cattle price structure

Market Update with Jerry Klassen: Comparing prices for custom feeders and a finishing feedlot

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The feeder cattle futures have traded in a narrow range since early November but we’ve seen severe swings in the western Canadian feeder cattle basis. This has made it difficult for the cow-calf operator and backgrounding operator to project a forward price for summer and fall. I’ve also received inquiries in regards to the price […] Read more

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