Dr. Elliott Dennis shares factors shaping the cattle markets and states that at the foundation is exceptional consumer demand for beef!

Excellent control of perennials, biennnials and winter annual weeds can occur in the fall through the use of strategically applied herbicides. Keys for timing and application are discussed.

Best management practices to minimize silage spoilage and reduce dry matter loss are discussed.

Air flow, water, sprinklers, shade and even bedding can be helpful to reduce the impacts of heat on cattle. Benefits of different methods are discussed.

Research has shown a combination of two herbicides applied on pasture and rangeland in the fall can have effective control of winter annual grasses on rangeland and pasture. How the products work and principles for application are discussed.

Considerations for care and management of calves born in mid to late summer along with practices that can mitigate common stressors are discussed.

Nebraska Extension Veterinarian Dr.Funk discusses factors that contribute to and common symptoms of summer pneumonia in nursing calves.

The research behind the Cattle Comfort Index is explained and resources producers can use to access the information is discussed.

Dr. David Anderson, market analyst shares his perspective on current prices and some thoughts on price risk management for cattle producers.

Review of the standard estrus synch drugs are discussed as well as frequent questions that are raised related to common problems that can occur. Resources for estrus synch planning are discussed as well.