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Cows grazing

May 1, 2024

Understanding the Value of Grass in Nebraska

Aaron Berger, Nebraska Extension Educator

UNL BeefWatch podcast release. Image of people in field.

April 17, 2024

BeefWatch Podcast: Maternal Bovine Appeasing Substance with Dr. Reinaldo Cooke

Aaron Berger, Nebraska Extension Educator

Nitrogen nurse tank

April 17, 2024

Don't use tanks that have been used to haul fertilizer for hauling drinking water for cattle

Mary Drewnoski, Nebraska Extension Beef Systems Specialist

cattle in a pasture

April 11, 2024

Considerations for Building Cow Inventories at Current Prices

Aaron Berger, Nebraska Extension Educator; Matt Stockton, Nebraska Extension Ag Economics Specialist

two people examing cattle feed from a feedbunk

April 8, 2024

Heifer Harmony: Optimal Management for Heifers in the Feedlot

Jessica L. Sperber, Nebraska Extension Feedlot Specialist

syringes in a syringe cooler

April 5, 2024

Best practices for needle selection, use and care in cattle health

Lindsay Waechter-Mead, DVM, Nebraska Extension Beef Educator

a student standing by some cattle

April 4, 2024

UNL contributes to the identification of new genetic defects in cattle

Rachel Reith; Animal Science - Breeding & Genetics PhD Candidate

Anna Kobza

April 3, 2024

Kobza finds own path in industry, now recognized as Trailblazer by NCBA

Karlie Gerlach | IANR Communications

Dr Rick Funston with cattle

April 1, 2024

Western Livestock Journal: The Viewpoint with Rick Funston

Western Livestock Journal

Vaccination at branding

April 1, 2024

Relieving Stress around the Branding Pen

Ryan Benjamin, Nebraska Extension Educator; Hannah (Greenwell) Smith, Nebraska Extension Educator

cattle drinking water

March 27, 2024

Using technology to monitor water on the ranch

Thomas Aquino, Graduate Research Associate; Yijie Xiong, Nebraska Extension Specialist, Precision Livestock Management

beefwatch graphic

March 25, 2024

New guide helps beef producers maximize the value of cull cows

Jesse Fulton, Extension Educator, Director of Nebraska Beef Quality Assurance

a newborn calf feeding

March 13, 2024

Vitamin A levels at calving can have a big impact on calf health

Maria Tibbetts, University of Nebraska-Lincoln Beef Communications Specialist

corn being harvested

March 5, 2024

Engaging Agriculture: Ideas For Estate and Transition Planning: Monetary Compensation

Jessica Groskopf, Associate Extension Educator

yearlings

March 4, 2024

Chasing the Elusive Second Calf

Karla Wilke, Nebraska Extension Cow/Calf Systems and Stocker Management Specialist; Kacie McCarthy, Nebraska Extension Cow-Calf Specialist

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February 29, 2024

Deadline approaching for UNL’s paid Timmerman Feedyard Management Internship

Maria Tibbetts, University of Nebraska-Lincoln Beef Communications Specialist

a pasture burning

February 29, 2024

Resources available for producers affected by central Nebraska wildfires

Maria Tibbetts, University of Nebraska-Lincoln Beef Communications Specialist

a pasture burning

February 28, 2024

Adjusting stocking rates, weed management and fire break recovery after a fire

Nebraska Extension Crops & Livestock teams

a pasture burning

February 27, 2024

Grazing Management Following Wildfire

Jerry Volesky, Extension Range and Forage Specialist

beefwatch graphic

February 21, 2024

Bull Value Cow-Q-Lator: What is it and how to use it

Shannon Sand, Nebraska Extension Educator; Randy Saner, Nebraska Extension Educator; Matt Stockton, Nebraska Extension Ag Economics Specialist

a young bull in a pasture

February 21, 2024

Managing and developing young beef bulls

Rick Rasby, Nebraska Extension Specialist; Kacie McCarthy, Nebraska Extension Cow-Calf Specialist

cattle grazing in a pasture

February 16, 2024

Bull evaluation & selection

Connor Biehler, Nebraska Extension Educator

a photo taken on horseback of bulls in a pasture

February 16, 2024

Bull selection criteria and cost

Aaron Berger, Nebraska Extension Educator

cattle in a pasture

February 15, 2024

Tips for managing calving in muddy conditions

Lindsay Waechter-Mead, DVM, Nebraska Extension Beef Educator

screenshot during a webinar

February 15, 2024

Webinar Revisit: Preventing calf scours and using the Sandhills Calving Method

Halden Clark, DVM MS, Health Stewardship; Great Plains Veterinary Educational Center

Calf on range

February 15, 2024

Understanding and Preventing Calf Scours

Halden Clark, DVM MS, Health Stewardship; Great Plains Veterinary Educational Center; Lindsay Waechter-Mead, DVM, Nebraska Extension Beef Educator

cattle feeding out of a bunk

February 3, 2024

Tips for dealing with wet, muddy winter conditions in cattle feedyards

Alfredo DiCostanzo, Nebraska Extension Educator

Newborn calf

February 3, 2024

Keys to a prosperous start for newborn calves

Connor Biehler, Nebraska Extension Educator; Hannah (Greenwell) Smith, Nebraska Extension Educator