Low Stress Cattle Handling Principles

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Low Stress Cattle Handling Principles Cattle handling is an important part of raising and caring for beef cattle. How cattle are handled impacts their health, welfare, and productivity. Using low stress cattle handling techniques can benefit both handlers and cattle. In thhis article, we will discuss and cover the principles of low stress cattle handling

Understanding Dominant and Submissive Behaviors in Cattle

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Dominant and Submissive Behaviors in Cattle Cattle are herd animals that establish complex social hierarchies within their groups. Understanding the dominant and submissive behaviors cattle exhibit can provide insight into herd dynamics and assist cattle owners in ensuring smooth operations. In this blog article, we will discuss The importance of social hierarchy in cattle herds,

Cattle Social Structure and Hierarchy

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Cattle Social Structure and Hierarchy Cattle are highly social animals that live in complex social groups called herds. Within these herds, cattle establish a social hierarchy that determines the order of priority and access to resources like food, water, and mates. Understanding the social structure and hierarchy in cattle herds is important for cattle owners

Cattle Senses and How They Perceive the World

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Cattle Senses Cattle rely heavily on their senses to perceive and understand the world around them. Their insights help them find food, detect predators, interact with other cattle, and generally survive in their environment. In this blog post, we will talk in-depth  at the primary senses of cattle and how they experience the world. 1.

Normal Cattle Behavior and Activities: A Complete Guide

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Normal Cattle Behavior and Activities Cattle are herd animals that display distinct patterns of behavior and daily activities. Understanding regular cattle behavior is crucial for cattle owners and ranchers to ensure the health and welfare of their livestock. In this blog article, we will provide you a comprehensive overview of typical cattle behaviors and routines 

Silage and Haylage Making for Cattle

Silage and Haylage Making for Cattle

Silage and haylage making for cattle involves the process of preserving and storing forage crops as fermented feeds to ensure optimum nutrition and health for the animals. This practice helps to efficiently utilize seasonal forage surpluses and provide a consistent food source throughout the year. Harvesting the crops at the optimal moisture content and achieving

Testing Forage Quality for Cattle: A Complete Guide

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Testing Forage Quality for Cattle Cattle nutrition is crucial for health, growth, and production. The major component of most cattle diets is forage, including pasture, hay, and silage. Testing the nutritional quality of forages is crucial in formulating balanced rations that meet cattle requirements. In this blog article, we will provide cattle owners with a

Basic Nutrient Requirements for Beef Cattle

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Basic Nutrient Requirements for Beef Cattle Raising healthy and productive beef cattle requires meeting their basic nutritional needs. Cattle nutrition is complex, but understanding beef cattle’s fundamental nutrient requirements can help producers formulate optimal rations. In this blog article, we will provide an overview of the basic nutritional requirements for beef cattle and critical considerations