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Controlling Brown Stomach Worms in Cattle by Management
(2002-02-05)
Proper diet and pasture management can control brown stomach worms in cattle without the use of deworming drugs. This publication explains how the combination works.
Recognizing and Managing Common Health Problems of Beef Cattle
(2005-06-10)
Producers can successfully manage many health problems in beef cattle if they detect them and take steps early. This publication explains common problems found in beef cattle, their probable causes, and suggested corrective ...
Recognizing and Handling Calving Problems
(2003-05-28)
This guide explains the calving process and gives instructions for assisting the cow and calf during and after calving. Various stages of pregnancy are illustrated.
Mineral Supplementation of Beef Cows in Texas
(1997-06-04)
Nutrient balance is the key to any effective nutrition program, especially where trace minerals are concerned. Many factors cannot be optimized when mineral intake is not properly balanced. Recommendations are given for ...
Texas Adapted Genetic Strategies for Beef Cattle V: Type and Breed Characteristics and Uses
(2008-03-18)
A fundamental challenge in commercial beef production is matching genetic capability with climatic, nutritional, management and market conditions. This publication discusses functional levels of types and breeds of cattle ...
Nitrate and Prussic Acid Poisoning
(2001-09-05)
Nitrate and prussic acid poisoning in cattle are noninfectious conditions that can kill livestock. This publication explains the causes and symptoms of these conditions as well as preventive measures and sampling and testing ...
Break-even Costs for Cow/Calf Producers
(1998-10-14)
Calculating the break-even costs of production can help cow/calf producers make better management decisions for the current year or for the near future. This publication explains how to figure break-even costs.
Retained Ownership Strategies for Cattlemen
(1999-06-23)
Retained ownership, or market integration, involves carrying over a production activity into the next phase of preparation for the marketplace. This publication discusses the advantages associated with this production and ...
Avoiding Calving Problems
(1998-03-12)
Calving difficulty, or dystocia, is influenced largely by genetics and the age of the dam. The main cause of calving problems is heavy birthweight. Solutions include selecting the right bull and mating it to properly ...
Common Cattle Parasites
(2005-11-11)
This publication discusses common internal and external parasites in cattle: hairworms, lung worms, liver flukes, coccidia, horn flies, lice and grubs. Preventive and treatment methods are also covered.