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WLPIP calf price insurance deadline extended
Three-week extension includes nine purchasing days
The economists are right
Knowing your cost of production really does make a difference

Breeding strategies might break the accepted mould
Think about what you're trying to achieve and the best way to get there

Cattle market absorbs recessionary factors
Market Update with Jerry Klassen: Experience shows it will take months for the market to recover

Getting orphaned calves adopted
If no foster mother is available, proper feed is vital

Causes of calf scours can be difficult to identify
There is no simple test to be able to identify what causes scours in calves

Getting newborn calves off to a good start
Colostrum intake soon after birth is critical in first few hours

There is a reason pregnant cows prefer to isolate
Being alone at calving is natural, and improves bonding

Use records to make better herd management decisions
Record-keeping can help identify areas of strength and weakness

Good producer ideas improve cattle management
You never know how sporting goods store supplies can benefit beef production
Grainews is written for farmers and often by farmers. It is about putting theory into practice on the farm. Each issue also features Cattleman’s Corner for cow-calf producers and farmers with mixed cattle and grain operations.