Maddy Krueger

In the high-stakes world of beef cattle production, an operation’s most valuable asset isn’t the herd or the machinery — it’s the people. Yet, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, agriculture remains the most dangerous industry in the country. Within the feedlot, where nearly 45% of injuries involve cattle handling, a split-second of complacency can change a life forever.

With hay season on the horizon, putting up quality product is crucial to ensure livestock are getting the most nutritious forages in their diets. In a recent episode of K-State Agriculture Today, Kansas State University Extension agronomists Tina Sullivan and Logan Simon discuss growth, harvest and maintenance to provide the highest-quality forage for your livestock. Factors Affecting Quality When thinking hay quality, a variety of factors can make or break the final product.

Synchronization programs are always evolving, and you want to use the best one. Kansas State University veterinarian Brad White says, “The problem is, the best has a couple of different definitions.” In a recent episode of “Herd Health,” White and fellow K-State Veterinarian Bob Larson compare estrus synchronization protocols for heifers and cows, and how to determine which is best for your operation.