Regardless of when a cattle owner decides to calve—spring or fall—it’s one of the most stressful times of the year. With so many challenges related to animal welfare, disease management, and safety ...

Act quickly when one or two cases appear, as the issue is unlikely to resolve without intervention, writes independent ...

Calving suckler cows outside successfully needs the right body condition, good shelter, and a plan B for extreme weather events and emergencies. Although ...

From smart boluses to cameras and tail-mounted devices, the evolution of technology means unnecessary late-night trips to the calving shed can be a thing of the past. Three farmers share how they have ...

Tracking birth data, mothering ability and calf vigor on day one provides the metrics needed for smarter culling and sire ...