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- 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....
- 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...
- 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...
- PublicationNutritional management is complicated by changing forage quality and quantity. This publication discusses forage quality trends in various regions of Texas, tools to analyze the nutritional environment of cattle and...
- PublicationSouth Texas ranching operations may increase their profitability by adopting three management strategies Cow pregnancy testing Breeding soundness testing Shortening calving seasons The study used the Financial and Risk Management...
- PublicationResearch has shown that South Texas cow-calf operations may increase their profitability by artificially inseminating their cows. This publication explains the benefits of artificial insemination....
- PublicationThis publication explains how South Texas cow-calf operations may significantly increase their profits by adopting the four calf-management practices analyzed in this case study. (6 pages)...
- 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)...
- PublicationMany beef consumers are interested in purchasing beef directly from the farm, making this a prime opportunity for cattle raisers. This publication discusses how to retail your beef to a...