No matter how small or large your livestock operation is, good record keeping is important. You would think with only one or two cows you would be able to remember when a calf was born, or when you bred your cow, but I have received so many messages over the years from customers asking when …
Genetic defects are not a new subject, and there have been hundreds of commentaries out there discussing it. Now it’s my turn to talk.Since our cattle operation is concentrated mainly around Maine Anjou and Chianina genetics, we have great exposure to the risks of the genetic defects PHA and TH within our herd. ZNT Cattle …
As we get into winter, it is the time when all the hot young sires begin to be promoted, sales throughout the Midwest are happening in droves, and people are getting ready for the stock shows. Growing up in Nebraska for most of my life, and now living in Texas for the past 10 years, …
It is that time of year when we are all trying to pick that perfect bull that will complement our cows perfectly and move our genetics one stop closer to where we want to be. I think the biggest mistake most breeders make when selecting bulls, is focusing too much on a single trait. This trait …