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Why Are Dairy Bulls More Dangerous Than Beef Bulls?

September 19, 2018 by hsotr

Why Are Dairy Bulls More Dangerous Than Beef Bulls?

It’s a commonly accepted fact—just check out our cattle breed guide or any other resource that allows for a comparison of beef and dairy breed temperaments. While no bull is entirely safe, dairy bulls are just downright dangerous. Here are some of the reasons why. Genetics Because as a general rule dairy farming is intensive […]

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What is the International Letter Code System?

August 1, 2018 by hsotr

What is the International Letter Code System?

Plus tips for choosing a cattle identification system right for your herd.

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Heritage Livestock Breeds Comparison Charts

June 6, 2018 by hsotr

Heritage Livestock Breed Comparison Charts

These charts offer basic information on important factors to evaluate when choosing a breed.

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What is a Composite Breed?

April 24, 2018 by hsotr

What is a Composite Breed?

Want to combine the best characteristics of several breeds? A composite may be the answer.

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Grazing Systems Planning Guide

April 12, 2018 by hsotr

Grazing Systems Planning Guide

Is the thought of planning a rotational or management-intensive grazing system daunting to you? If you are new to the concept, you will probably appreciate this free guide from the University of Minnesota Extension Service—Grazing Systems Planning Guide.

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What Are Milk Components?

December 12, 2017 by hsotr

What Are Milk Components?

Milk components are a common topic related to dairy cattle. For example, when researching dairy breeds, one fact you will notice is that Jersey cows have more components in their milk than Holsteins do. So what are the components of milk? There are three main categories: Fat. Protein. Other solids. Fat When a cow’s rumen […]

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British and Continental Cattle Breeds

November 28, 2017 by hsotr

British and Continental Cattle Breeds

There are many way to categorize cattle breeds—beef and dairy, standard and miniature, commercial and heritage, Bos taurus taurus and Bos taurus indicus. One classification that is frequently used to describe beef breeds is British versus Continental. The names are rather self-explanatory. British breeds come from the United Kingdom, while Continental breeds come from Continental […]

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Kansas Ag Connection

November 2, 2017 by hsotr

Kansas Ag Connection

Looking for a good way to keep up with daily agriculture-related headlines? Give Kansas Ag Connection a try! Subscribers to On the Range, our weekly country living update (read more), may already be familiar with this site as a source for some of our headlines. There’s a reason for that. Kansas Ag Connection is a […]

Filed Under: The Farm Tagged With: Cattle, Field Crops, Health & Fitness, Legal, Links, News, Poultry, Stewardship, Swine, Travel, Weather

How a Milking Machine Works

October 24, 2017 by hsotr

How a Milking Machine Works

While many small farmers still love to hand-milk their cows, commercial dairying usually employs the milking machine. The modern milking machine looks complex, but the principle on which it operates is actually quite simple. The machine pulls a vacuum on the teats of the cow, causing the milk to flow. Here’s how it works: The […]

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An Introduction to Heritage Breeds

October 12, 2017 by hsotr

An Introduction to Heritage Breeds

Exactly what the title suggests—an introduction, concise and clear enough for a reader with no prior experience with animals.

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