Grazing cows on wheat pasture is a common practice where wheat is an economical source of gain throughout the Southern Plains and Midwest. Many high-quality nutrients are available in wheat pasture for late fall and winter grazing. It is more common to turn stockers out on wheat pasture. However, grazing cows or pairs on wheat pasture […]
Category: Nutrition Articles
Supplementing Cattle on Pasture
Cattle producers are the original land stewards. They take care of the land because they know the land takes care of the cattle they raise. However, in the winter months, when many of the native grasses go dormant, the nutritional value of grass cannot support all the cattle on pasture. That is why supplementing cattle […]
Cowboy Math: With the Cost of Cattle, Using Gain Smart Adds Up
Cattle prices are at near record highs. That means one thing. Sellers are taking advantage of the market, and buyers are paying. Don’t let the cost of cattle deter you from getting your next set of calves to background, turn out on wheat or put on winter pasture. Like everything else, the cost of cattle […]
Cattle Production and Management Resources Include Quality Nutrition
Stocker operations. They are the middle step of the cattle production cycle. The cow-calf producer raises the calves up to weaning. After a few months of growing and developing those calves, the backgrounder will ship them to the feedyard. There, they will finish maturing, put on finish and muscle before going to their final destination. […]
What is the Best Mineral Supplement for Cattle?
Cattle feeding is a high risk, highly rewarded profession. With good knowledge of the markets, proper tools and good resources, it can also be a high-reward profession. At BioZyme®, makers of vitamin and mineral supplements for all species, we appreciate the cattle producers and feeders who care for the land and feed the cattle. We […]
The Financial Value of BioZyme®-backed Cattle Feeding Program
Cattle Feeding Program Providing the best care possible to their animals is a top priority for livestock producers and everyone. However, providing that care while maintaining a positive bottom line is crucial to the success of an operation, just like it is in any business. As we face uncertain economic times, finding ways to offset […]
Wheat Pasture Offers Grazing Alternative for Stockers
Wheat Pasture Stockers and backgrounders typically rely on the high-quality nutrients found in wheat pasture to turn their calves out on for late fall and winter grazing. Wheat pasture is an economical source of gain throughout the Southern Plains and Midwest. Although the wheat hasn’t been planted yet, it will be soon. In typical years, […]
How to Optimize Calf Weight Gain Per Day
Calf Weight Gain Per Day Several factors can influence calf weight gain per day on your herd post-weaning. Breed makeup, genetics, management and nutrition all play a role in the growth and performance that your cattle experience. All of those things you, as the producer or feeder, have control over. For beef cattle, a general […]
When to Wean Calves
Weaning calves is a critical process in cattle management. Deciding when to wean calves is dependent on several factors, including the breed of cattle, production goals, cow-calf health and environmental conditions. At BioZyme®, we believe in care that comes full circle. There is no other time that calves feel as much stress as at weaning. […]
The Best Cattle Feed for Weight Gain
For every 25 producers reading this blog, there will be 25 different opinions on how to manage and feed calves for the best return on investment. That’s because there is no one-size-fits-all answer. The best cattle feed for weight gain depends on various factors, including the age and breed of the cattle, their nutritional requirements, […]