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Using the Cattle Comfort Index to Trigger Heat Abatment Strategies Aug 21, 2025

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Air flow, water, sprinklers, shade and even bedding can be helpful to reduce the impacts of heat on cattle. Benefits of different methods are discussed.

Using Herbicide for Cheatgrass Management in the Nebraska Panhandle Aug 18, 2025

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Research has shown a combination of two herbicides applied on pasture and rangeland in the fall can have effective control of winter annual grasses on rangeland and pasture. How the products work and principles for application are discussed.

Challenges of the Beef Calf Born in July, August and September Aug 11, 2025

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Considerations for care and management of calves born in mid to late summer along with practices that can mitigate common stressors are discussed.

What does summer pneumonia look like in calves and what to do about it? Aug 04, 2025

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Nebraska Extension Veterinarian Dr.Funk discusses factors that contribute to and common symptoms of summer pneumonia in nursing calves.

Getting Reacquainted with the Cattle Comfort Index Jul 31, 2025

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The research behind the Cattle Comfort Index is explained and resources producers can use to access the information is discussed.

Pause and Get Perspective on Current Cattle Prices Jul 28, 2025

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Dr. David Anderson, market analyst shares his perspective on current prices and some thoughts on price risk management for cattle producers.

When Estrus Synch Goes Sideways: Practical Troubleshooting for Beef Producers Jul 24, 2025

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Review of the standard estrus synch drugs are discussed as well as frequent questions that are raised related to common problems that can occur. Resources for estrus synch planning are discussed as well.

Is that Corn Crop Worth More as Silage or as Grain? Jul 21, 2025

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Valuing a corn crop standing in the field for silage harvest or delivered to the cattle in the bunk and the factors that impact the price based on moisture content and quality are discussed.

Is it Time to Consider Virtual Fence for Intensive Grazing Management? Jul 16, 2025

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University of Nebraska researchers have began exploring the capabilities of virtual fence for grazing management in annual forages and perennial pastures. Their experience, how the tool has worked, and opportunities for application in a producer setting are discussed.

Virtual Fence - A Ranchers Three Years of Experience with 500 Collared Cows Jul 11, 2025

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Daniel Mushrush, an early adopter of virtual fence technology shares his experience. What went well, what didn't, and the opportunities this tool provides for his family's ranch.

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