Early pregnancy testing is one way to identify and cull unprofitable open cows or cows that conceived late in the breeding season.

Early weaning is an option for cattle producers in areas where drought has reduced forage production.

The maintenance energy requirement of cattle will increase as temperatures drop.

All growth-promoting implants are approved and regulated by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration.

Manure contains useful nutrients that are an effective fertilizer and can improve soil health.

Each pregnancy detection method has unique benefits and disadvantages.

Prevented planting provides an opportunity for farmers to plant cover crops for livestock forage.

A benefit of planting winter wheat is providing living cover over the winter to hold soil in place and prevent it from blowing.

Culling nonpregnant cows prior to winter can help producers make better use of their feed resources.

Culling nonpregnant cows before winter feeding can result in significant savings.