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Great Plains Custom Heifer Development Program

Posted August 19, 202400:15:29

How the program came about, the benefits for producers enrolling heifers in the program and plans for next year are discussed.

Invading Nebraska: The Growing Threat of Invasive Plant Species

Posted August 14, 202400:32:13

There are a number of new invasive plants species showing up in Nebraska. Ones to look for and resources to help identify them are discussed.

Cashing in on your calf crop: Adding value at the auction block

Posted August 13, 202400:17:51

Characteristics that differentiate calf value on load lots of video auction cattle is discussed.

Six Things to Consider when Developing a Price Risk Management Strategey for Cattle

Posted August 5, 202400:18:16

Dr. Kenny Burdine from the University of Kentucky discusses principles for producers looking to manage price risk for calves and feeder cattle.

How Rangeland Fire Impacts Barbed Wire Fence

Posted July 23, 202400:22:49

John Weir from Oklahoma State University shares research on barbed wire and posts impacted by both prescribed fire and wildfire.