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- PublicationBiosecurity in the beef cattle industry involves understanding disease transmission, and animal immunity, then establishing a sound program for disease prevention. This publication explains general biosecurity practices. (3 pages)...
- PublicationMore cattle are being marketed on carcass merit. This has prompted greater interest in breeding and feeding cattle that produce desirable carcasses. Improving carcass merit starts with genetic selection, choosing...
- PublicationSupplemental nutrients for cattle–as concentrated feeds, harvested forages, or a complimentary grazing program–account for a significant portion of annual production costs in a cattle operation. The producer should know how...
- PublicationSelling cattle in advance of delivery requires the seller to estimate the future weight of the cattle. The sale price usually must be adjusted because delivery weights differ from estimated...
- PublicationThe Texas 4-H Range Judging Contest equips participants with the knowledge and skills necessary to successfully plan and direct the grazing of forage for successful and sustainable livestock production. This...
- PublicationBody size and milking potential are primary genetic traits in beef production. Levels of size and milk influence production functions, such as nutritional requirements, reproduction, and rate and efficiency of...
- PublicationChoosing functional types of sires is one of the most important decisions for beef producers. That choice should depend on: Climatic, management, and market conditions Number of production phases Breeding...
- PublicationThis publication aims to help beef producers protect Texas waterways from contamination that is associated with the production of livestock, and that may pose a health risk to Texas citizens....
- PublicationIn South Texas cow-calf operations, overstocking and variations in rainfall and forage conditions mean: That cattle must be fed supplemental hay or range cubes Increased operating costs Affects on a...
- PublicationAnimal performance is determined by genetics, environment, and the interaction between the two. This publication illustrates the interaction of genetics with the physical environment, nutrition, management, and economics. (4 pages)...