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Beef cattle, Livestock

Cow, calf records offer valuable insight

When looking to improve calving and herd records, online resources and other producers are sources of aid

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Most cattle producers keep some form of calving and herd records but there’s always room for improvement. In fact, there’s almost no limit to how much one can ‘geek out’ on herd data collection. “To try to track everything is overwhelming and just about a full-time job in itself,” said Andrea Bertholet, a provincial livestock
CME June 2023 live cattle with Bollinger bands (20,2). (Barchart)
Livestock, Markets

U.S. livestock: Cattle futures continue climbing

Lean hog futures down on day

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Chicago Mercantile Exchange (CME) live cattle and feeder cattle futures continued climbing Tuesday, with most-active June live cattle again reaching a new contract high. CME June live cattle closed Tuesday at 163.95 cents/lb., up 0.25 cent on the day, while lightly-traded front-month April also closed at a new contract high of 172.3 cents, up 0.925
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Livestock, Markets

Klassen: Demand surges for grass cattle

Barley, corn expected to be cheaper next fall

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Compared to last week, western Canadian feeder cattle markets traded $3-$4 on either side of unchanged. Certain auction markets did not have sales due to the shortened holiday week. Adverse weather also shuttered some sales on Wednesday and Thursday in the eastern Prairie region. Southern Alberta feedlots are contending with poor pen conditions which may
CME June 2023 live cattle with Bollinger bands (20,2). (Barchart)
Livestock, Markets

U.S. livestock: Sizzling cash cattle prices ignite rally in CME futures

April hogs up, June down

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Chicago | Reuters — Chicago Mercantile Exchange live cattle futures leapt to contract highs on Thursday as cash prices soared, stoking concerns about tightening U.S. supplies. Meatpackers had to be aggressive in the cash market, brokers said, after ranchers have reduced their herds due to high feed costs and drought in the western U.S. Cattle
The names behind Green Beach Farm and Food have some notes on taking the plunge into a new farm-management philosophy.
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Embracing change on the family farm, and sticking with it

Jumping into the deep end of adaptive pasture management required a lot of nerve

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As a neophile, Zach Koscielny considers himself lucky. He always likes to try new things and he’s been given the space to do so on the family farm. He’s heard stories of younger generations running into conflicts with their elders about trying new things. “As long as I could show them some research or show
Cattle prices end March on a high note
Livestock Markets, Markets

Cattle prices end March on a high note

Some market watchers say prices could still see a bit more strength

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It was a merry end of March for Manitoba cattle auction sites as prices remained elevated during the week ended March 30. At least 8,860 cattle went through the rings in the final week of March with some sites seeing feeder and butcher cattle selling at levels rarely seen. Kirk Kiesman, manager at Ashern Auction Mart, said the focus
Beef cattle, Livestock

Detection and prevention of rectal and anal tears

Beef 911: They’re rare, but the consequences may make slaughter necessary

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It is worthwhile to discuss ways to recognize, treat and prevent rectal and anal injuries in livestock. They are rare, but occur often enough to warrant a review in case producers or veterinarians encounter them in cattle or other animals. The causes are many and varied but some preventive measures may be obvious. Depending on
CME June 2023 live cattle with Bollinger bands (20,2). (Barchart)
Livestock, Markets

U.S. livestock: CME cattle slide on profit-taking

April lean hogs set contract low

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Chicago | Reuters — Profit-taking pushed down Chicago Mercantile Exchange cattle futures on Tuesday, while front-month lean hog futures tumbled to another contract low. Losses on Wall Street helped set a negative tone for the markets, as live cattle futures pulled back from contract highs reached on Monday, traders said. “Cattle-wise, we got a bit
“Try not to select the bull as they come through the ring without doing your homework. You’ll be most happy with your decision if you do your homework and take a closer look ahead of time.” – Andrea Bertholet
Beef cattle, Livestock

Make the most of bull selection

It represents half your herd genetics so it’s important to get it right

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Bull buying season is here and Manitoba Agriculture livestock and forage specialist Andrea Bertholet recommends that buyers take their time when selecting a bull. “Buying a herd sire is a big decision that makes up 50 per cent of the genetic makeup of your herd,” she said. Bertholet offered tips and guidelines for bull selection at Manitoba

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