Calving

Calving
Newborn calf

December 20, 2024

Calving Problems: When to Intervene

By Lindsay Waechter-Mead, DVM, Nebraska Extension Beef Educator

Cow and calf

February 2, 2020

Producer Question: Should I cull a cow that has had a prolapse?

By Rick Rasby, Nebraska Extension Specialist

Newborn calf

February 2, 2020

When Should Colostrum Replacement Products Be Used for Newborn Calves?

By Richard Randle, DVM, Extension Beef Cattle Veterinarian

Newborn calf

February 2, 2007

Basic Principles Used in the "Sandhills Calving System" and How They Apply to Other Production Environments

By David R. Smith Institute of Agriculture and Natural Resources Department of Veterinary and Biomedical Sciences University of Nebraska Lincoln

calf windbreak

February 2, 2020

Nebraska Beef Quality Assurance: Starting Newborn Calves Off Right

By Rob Eirich, Nebraska Extension Educator

Cows and calves feeding in the snow

December 10, 2024

Know the Signs of Impending Calving in Cows or Heifers

By Rick Rasby, Nebraska Extension Specialist

Cow and calf

January 1, 2022

How to Develop a Custom Calving Agreement

By Jack Arterburn, former Nebraska Extension Educator, Beef Systems, Aaron Berger, Nebraska Extension Educator

Heifers

Published: February 1, 2022 | Updated: December 1, 2025

Cow Nutrition Considerations at Calving and Early Lactation

By Troy Walz, Nebraska Extension Educator

Cow and calf

March 1, 2022

How colostrum works, why calves need it, and what to do if they aren't getting it

By Lindsay Waechter-Mead, DVM, Nebraska Extension Beef Educator

Newborn calf

February 3, 2024

Keys to a prosperous start for newborn calves

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

Calf in front of windbreak

February 1, 2023

Managing Hypothermia in Newborn Calves

By Lindsay Waechter-Mead, DVM, Nebraska Extension Beef Educator

Calf

February 1, 2023

Preparing for calving season

By Aaron Berger, Nebraska Extension Educator