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QUOTE OF THE DAY
Good judgment comes from experience, and a lot of that comes from bad judgment.
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IN THE NEWS Compiled by Bailey Naugle
University of Nebraska-Lincoln Extension workshops to focus on calf health
UNL Extension of Washington, Douglas/Sarpy, and Saunders Counties will be hosting two beef profitability workshops in Blair and near Mead on February 3. The workshops will focus specifically on calf health and will feature information on calving cow diets, pre- and post- calving health, and calf nutrition and management. Contact UNL Extension educators Ellicott at (402) 624-8030, Stauffer at (402) 444-7804, or Tonn at (402) 426-9455 for more information on these workshops.
Mysterious death of 200 cattle in Stockton, Wisconsin
On Friday 200 cattle were found dead in a field near Stockton, Wisconsin. Portage County officials are reporting that the owner suspects IBR (infectious bovine rhinotracheitis) or BVD (bovine virus diarrhea) to be the cause of the mass death. Tissue samples from the cattle have been sent to Madison for testing and an investigation by the Portage County Humane Society continues.
South Korea resolves to vaccinate for FMD nationwide
South Korea has resorted to nationwide vaccinations on all livestock in an effort to control the disease, which has continued to spread throughout the country. Vaccinations are typically a last alternative for countries hoping to maintain an FMD-free status. South Korea has eliminated 1.61 million head of livestock since November. Losses are expected to exceed $900 million.
Federal judge overturns BLM grazing permit renewals for 48,000 acres in Idaho
U.S. District Judge Edward Lodge last Wednesday ruled to overturn the recent renewal of grazing permits for 48,000 acres in Idaho's Pahsimeroi River Watershed. Lodge claimed the Bureau of Land Management "rubber stamped" the renewal application for four 10-year grazing permits without properly considering the effects on bull trout.
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FEATURE by Merridee Wells
Counting the Days
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Losses caused by disease represent a major obstacle to the profitability of a cow/calf operation. Diseases result in animal death, failure or decreased efficiency in reproduction and decreases in growth and productivity. Some diseases exist at "subclinical levels", meaning signs are not obvious to the producer, but losses continue undetected, robbing the producer of profits. Since it's widely agreed that prevention rather than treatment is the most economical approach to keeping disease losses low, a beef herd health calendar that outlines an aggressive and timely health program can be a highly effective management tool.
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 BLOGOSPHERE
by Sarah Gugelmeyer
Wanting Life Beyond Our Own
Wanting life beyond our own is humanity in its simplest form. Jeremy and I are no exception to this simple rule. We've dreamed of giving life to a perfect combination of the best of us. Raising a child in the ranching world will not be without its challenges. Due in June, I doubt I will be much use by April and May when we're receiving and doctoring cattle. With just the two of us to get things done, the baby will have to go along as things need doing and help out as soon as he (or she) is able. Read More
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CALENDAR OF EVENTS
January 8 - 23 The 105th National Western Stock Show will take place in Denver, CO in January, 2011. Find out the schedule of events and more at www.nationalwestern.com/.
February 2 - 5 The Cattle Industry Annual Convention and NCBA Trade Show is a GO in Denver, CO. If you're in the cattle business, you can't afford to miss this event! Check out www.beefusa.org for all of the details.
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Stop by our booth (#7087) at NCBA in Denver, February 2nd - 5th and enter to win a brand-new Ranch Roper Saddle from our good friends at Cactus Saddlery!
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