Bad weather and poor cow nutrition are the leading causes of weak calf syndrome.

["Low available mineral nitrogen at less than 100 pounds per acre is responsible for greater than half of the reduction in herbage production.", ""]

Good management means giving cows adequate nutrition, health care and protection from bad weather.

Producers need to review their anticipated calving dates, cow body condition scores and cows' diet.

["NDSU offers tips on meeting the nutritional requirements of beef cattle from calving to breeding.", ""]

Water quality is as important as quantity for livestock in drought conditions.

A 10 percent loss of body water is fatal to most domestic livestock species.

Pasture Turnout Critical for Optimal Forage Production

Good growth of forage this spring could lead to grass tetany in cattle.

Good growth of forage this spring could lead to grass tetany in cattle.