Salvage crops can be an option for feeding cattle, but there are a few considerations
Grazing
Considerations for salvaging crops for cattle feed
Salvage crops can be an option for feeding cattle, but there are a few considerations
Farm families work together to graze cropland with cattle in the fall
The Walter and Lang families have separate operations, but act as a co-operative to manage their land
These Alberta farm families have separate operations, but work together to manage their land
Diagnosing and preventing lump jaw in beef cattle
Prevention is the best course
Causes, symptoms, treatment, prevention and prognosis of lump jaw in beef cattle
Fog fever, or ‘the grunts,’ spells trouble for beef cattle
Learn what triggers the disease and how to prevent it
Whether you call it fog fever or something else, this illness means trouble for cattle. Learn what triggers the disease and how to prevent it.
Regenerative ranching sees Alberta family through three decades of ups and downs
Fishburn Ranch has survived BSE and drought, and the Toews family remains committed to the regenerative approach
Alberta ranchers have found regenerative ranching key to surviving ups and downs of the business
Why post-drought pasture management matters for beef farmers
Knowing how perennial plants function can help producers make better decisions
Pasture management is always important, but it is especially important following a drought. During these challenging periods, pastures may suffer and degrade, resulting in the loss of valuable forage, soil erosion and diminished fertility. Drought effects linger, affecting land and plant life productivity even after the rains return. Effective management strategies are essential to support […] Read more
Virtual fencing for beef cattle gains momentum in Canada
With virtual fencing companies gaining steam, it is important to know the work that is being done in Canada
With virtual fencing companies gaining steam, it is important to know the work that is being done in Canada
Virtual fencing is growing rapidly as more companies are sprouting up with variations of the technology and more trials are happening across the country. For producers interested in adopting virtual fencing, understanding the differences between technologies, Canadian research and associated costs is crucial. Vence In 2022, the Saskatchewan Stock Growers Association were looking for a […] Read more
Farmer incorporates cattle into grain operation to boost soil health
Jerry Baerg focuses on sustainability through the five soil health principles
When Jerry Baerg first came to the Western Canada Conference on Soil Health and Grazing years ago, he was just starting to think about regenerative agriculture and sustainable practices. Now, he is well-known in the industry for his work in this sphere. At the Western Canada Conference on Soil Health and Grazing in Edmonton, Alta., […] Read more
Evaluating grazing corn varieties to reduce winter feed costs in Western Canada
Backgrounding calves in a drylot system through the fall and winter months can be challenging in Western Canada due to high feed and input costs. Winter feeding costs are a major contributor to the overall cost of production for cow-calf producers. Traditionally, these costs are due to feeding cows in drylot pens over the winter […] Read more
What to know about grazing cattle on crop stubble
What are the benefits and challenges of stubble grazing after harvest, to extend the grazing season?
When it comes to extending the grazing season, stubble grazing is a viable option for many producers on the Prairies. But what are the benefits, and what are the challenges that come with it? Grazing the stubble left after harvest has some real advantages. “The first thing it does is it provides additional forage that […] Read more
Canadian Cattlemen Presents: Depth of Field
