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When a crowbar isn’t enough on frozen ground, a powered auger 
can get a hole started.
Cattleman’s Corner, Farm Life, Livestock

Tips for fencing on frozen ground

It may take a little longer, but at least the job gets done

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With the 2018 harvest dragging out into late fall and a backlog of fall work to do, we weren’t too excited about trying our fencing project in the winter. We had over three miles of fence that needed to be built before spring. Our biggest concern was that the frost would be too deep and […] Read more
Cow udders and calf
Cattleman’s Corner, Cow-Calf

Select cows for udder conformation

Animal Health with Roy Lewis: Calves start at a disadvantage if they can't nurse properly

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While there are many things to evaluate in cow selection, the importance of udder and teat conformation should not be underestimated. Many a cow is culled later in life because of bad teats. Her calves may have a hard time sucking and getting much-needed colostrum. Getting a calf sucking on big coke-bottle teats can take […] Read more
Galloway beef genetics used in a cross-breeding program have helped to produce a very efficient beef herd on Rainer Krumsiek’s beef operation near Horsefly, B.C. Along with beef, they also produced pasture finished pork and lamb for direct-to-consumer sales.
Cattleman’s Corner, Livestock

B.C. ranch caters to consumer segment

Customers looking for naturally raised and animal welfare certification

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While his B.C. Cariboo Region ranch may between six to eight hours drive from major population markets, Rainer Krumsiek hasn’t let distance get in the way of developing a successful pasture-raised and finished meat business. Krumsiek, at Big Bear Ranch near Horsefly, (a small town in central B.C.) about 15 years ago started using Galloway […] Read more
Coming up with a vision for the Canadian beef industry, ahead — keep it focused and simple.
Cattleman’s Corner, Livestock

A vision of what the beef industry needs: Part 3

It’s a big economic driver that needs smart, progressive leadership

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Editor’s Note: This is Part 3 of a three-part series by Alberta rancher and consultant Sean McGrath with some thoughts on actions to benefit the Canadian beef industry. After a few more thoughts on where the industry is at today, McGrath takes a stab at what he thinks a vision statement might contain and welcomes […] Read more
Females still need high level of proper nutrition after calving.
Cattleman’s Corner, Cow-Calf

Proper nutrition needed before and after calving

An example of a good feeding plan based on common sense and economy

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Most people have done a good job in feeding their gestating cows this winter in order to maintain good body condition for calving. Yet hard work doesn’t stop once the last calf is born. Rather, good nutrition should continue for months afterward, so fresh cows can produce lots of milk for their growing calves and […] Read more
Most indicators point to favourable market
Cattleman’s Corner, Finishers, Markets

Most indicators point to favourable market

Market Update: Numbers for the first quarter show good demand, strong prices

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Alberta packers were buying fed cattle at $268 on dressed basis in mid-January, which is up $10 from last month. Fed cattle values on a live basis were quoted at $163 in Alberta and US$124 in the U.S. Southern Plains. The market appears to be percolating higher due to tighter than expected market ready supplies. […] Read more
Australia’s electronic marketing system appears convenient and reliable even when making deals an ocean away.
Beef Cattle, Cattleman’s Corner, Livestock

Cattle marketing across the miles

In the Aussie system, agents handle E-auction

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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. At our grazing operation, Alcheringa Pastoral in Victoria, Australia, we have generally purchased cattle in late spring, after I arrive in October, and sell […] Read more
Setting up shelters with portable corral panels (temporary maternity pens) makes for a simple yet effective way to keep track of first-calf heifers when calving on pasture.
Cattleman’s Corner, Cow-Calf

Bring calving pens to the pasture

It’s a good idea to give heifers lots of space when calving

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Editor’s Note: What works for beef producers? The Beef Cattle Research Council has asked a few Canadian beef producers about changes, production practices or new technology they’ve made or use that make a difference in their day-to-day management. Good ideas can range from improving pasture watering systems and regularly testing winter feeds, to reducing costs […] Read more
This young Angus bull has been bred with forage efficiency and good maternal traits in mind.
Cattleman’s Corner, Livestock

Producing good working bulls

Most don’t have ‘papers’ but still deliver the genetics

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Traditionally bulls have been confined during winter and fed grain as well as hay, but some producers are wintering their bulls in larger pastures and letting them grow (or maintain) under more natural conditions. This often leads to better health, better fertility and longevity. Arron Nerbas of Nerbas Brothers Angus, near Shellmouth, in western Manitoba, […] Read more

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