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New formulations change dewormer options for cattle producers

Vet Advice with Dr. Ron Clarke

By Dr. Ron Clarke April 6, 2017

Over two decades, internal parasite control in cattle on western Canadian pastures moved from “not necessary” to “routine” for progressive cow-calf producers. While the presence of internal parasites in cattle is often inapparent, removing the economic burden they represent is now an integral component of health management in many herds. Reasons for the shift toward […] Read more

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Klassen: Feeder cattle upward trend stalls

By Jerry Klassen April 3, 2017

Western Canadian feeder cattle prices were relatively unchanged from week-ago levels. Noticeable slippage was noted in shorter-keep cattle while lighter weight categories experienced spurts of $2-$3 above last week’s prices. Alberta packers were buying fed cattle at $292 on a dressed basis, up about $4-$6 from week-ago levels. However, auction rings experienced a subdued tone […] Read more

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Do cattle feel pain the same way we do?

Animal Care with Nigel Caulkett, Dvm

By Nigel Caulkett Dvm April 3, 2017

A number of times over the years I have been asked the question “do cattle feel pain the same way we do?” To answer the question, it’s important to understand a little bit about pain physiology. When a pain stimulus is administered to an animal (for example, you pinch the claw on the hind leg […] Read more

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JBS accused of violating rainforest protection laws

By Anthony Boadle April 1, 2017

Brasilia | Reuters –– The world’s largest meatpacker, Brazil’s JBS SA, has for years knowingly bought cattle that were raised on illegally deforested land, turning a blind eye to regulations meant to protect the Amazon rainforest, Brazil’s environmental regulator has alleged. The accusation comes even as JBS and other meatpackers in Brazil, the top global […] Read more

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U.S. livestock: Cattle, hogs narrowly mixed on quarter-end positioning

By Michael Hirtzer March 31, 2017

Chicago/Reuters – U.S. livestock futures were narrowly mixed on Friday, with live cattle edging slightly higher in a rebound from an earlier 10-day low as investors squared up their positions on the final day of the quarter, traders and analysts said. Most-active Chicago Mercantile Exchange June live cattle settled unchanged at 110.875 cents per lb, […] Read more

(Regis Lefebure photo courtesy ARS/USDA)

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U.S. livestock: Hog prices rally on bargain buying before USDA report

By Theopolis Waters March 30, 2017

Chicago/Reuters – Chicago Mercantile Exchange lean hogs finished higher on Thursday, with strength from bargain buying prior to what turned out to be a neutral U.S. government hog report after futures closed, said traders. The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s quarterly hog report showed a record-large March 1 herd, with most of the data close to […] Read more

Beef Cattle, Livestock, Research

Stepping up to wheat-based finishing diets in cattle

Research on the Record with Reynold Bergen

By Reynold Bergen March 29, 2017

Grain-based diets improve feed efficiency, but increase the risk of rumen acidosis. Rumen acidosis occurs when rumen pH drops below 5.6 for more than three consecutive hours. Severe or chronic acidosis is an animal welfare concern due to rumen damage, liver abscesses, lameness, and an economic cost due to compromised feed conversion and growth performance. […] Read more

It pays to control the pain, according to the producers we contacted.

Beef Cattle, Features, Livestock

Facing up to pain in cattle

Meloxicam brings comfort to cattle and producers

By Debbie Furber March 28, 2017

No ifs or buts about it, producers who used meloxicam to ease the discomfort of branding, castration and other routine procedures on young calves in the past plan to use it again this spring. Meloxicam is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) to reduce inflammation, pain and fever, and fortunately Canadians now have three long-acting meloxicam […] Read more

Finishers, Livestock, Markets

Klassen: Feeder cattle continue upward trend

By Jerry Klassen March 28, 2017

Western Canadian feeder cattle prices traded $3-$5 above week-ago levels with lighter weight categories selling $6 to $8 higher. Alberta packers were buying fed cattle in the range of $286 to $288 on a dressed basis, up from $278 last week. This equates to $172-$174 on a live basis, a solid $35 above break-even pen […] Read more

Beef Cattle, News, News Roundup

Manitoba aims to increase its beef herd

Associations: News Roundup from the March 2017 issue of Canadian Cattlemen

By Canadian Cattlemen Staff March 27, 2017

Manitoba Beef Producers (MBP) head into this year with hopes of expanding the provincial cow herd, preparations being made to deal with full traceability, and plans to lobby for fairness to producers as governments move forward with plans for a carbon tax. The association is also preparing for the introduction of the $2.50 per head […] Read more

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New formulations change dewormer options for cattle producers

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