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The economics of livestock and grass
Dallas Mount helps beef producers dial in their business practices, while also taking care of the land

The ins and outs of stomach tubing calves
New calves in distress or having trouble nursing can still get their first colostrum by tubing, giving them a better shot at good health

Weighing the value of permanent and portable livestock handling facilities
Functional equipment makes it easier to practice good stockmanship and keep people safe, whether the facilities are portable or stationary

Matching a TMR machine to a livestock operation
When choosing a machine, start with the feed type going into the ration, then look at the features

The health and safety shield of stockmanship
By making good stockmanship a regular practice, producers can reduce risk to themselves, their families and their workers

Balers evolving to make silage and run non-stop
Given the short haying windows, Adam Verner sees growth potential for wet hay and silage balers. But manufacturers still face challenges around speed, bale density and cost
The earliest round balers were amazing but frustrating machines. During forage season, I would exhibit a semi-permanent crick in the neck combined with a disturbing vocabulary of profanities. Constant fear of a plugged pickup, a twisted belt or a roller bearing displaying the telltale signs of smoke before the fire plagued my working days. These […] Read more
Bringing water and cattle together
This ranching family has created water hubs in their pastures to support rotational grazing

Eight tips for efficient, safe livestock handling systems
If you’re in the market for a new handling system, consider safety, footing and how the system will be used

Running the numbers on bale processors
Research shows that bale processors can increase digestibility and cut feed waste, especially if used in the right system

Saskatchewan producers reap benefits of silage crops
After a dry year, these Hanley-area producers are banking on silage to help winter the herd
Holding back calves this year? We’re here to help. Feeding & backgrounding info relevant to your operation, all in one place. Get tips from the experts to get you through the season in Canadian Cattlemen: The Best of Feeding & Backgrounding.