Identify Your Herd’s Predators
If you’re a cattle owner, you know how important it is to protect your herd. Livestock loss is a major issue to ranches all over Florida, especially calf loss. According to the USDA’s 2015 report on livestock loss, ranches suffered [...]
Selenium Is Key to Cattle Health
Selenium (Se), an element on the periodic table and a mineral found in soil, rocks, and water, is an essential trace element for ruminants like cattle and sheep. While it isn’t required in high amounts, without it, cows can suffer [...]
Are You Tenderizing Your Grass-Fed Beef the Right Way?
Grass-fed beef is delicious and nutritious, but these steaks may require a little more preparation than conventional beef. Since grass-fed cows are raised completely in pasture, they get a lot more exercise than cows living in feedlots. This results in [...]
The Future of Thermal Genetics in Cattle
As global temperatures continue to rise and populations and food needs grow, ranchers struggle to produce cattle more efficiently and ethically. Some researchers at the University of Florida are working to improve cattle’s ability to withstand hot summer temperatures by [...]
Spice Up Your July Fourth Burgers
As the July 4th holiday quickly approaches, you may be planning your cookout and menu items. By incorporating grass-fed beef into your backyard barbecue, your grilling is sure to be a standout. This recipe brings together the delicious flavors and [...]
How Do Cattle Get Protein?
Cows eat grass, right? Most cattle get a mixture of fresh grass, stored hay in the wintertime, and, if they’re conventionally raised or finished, a mixture of grains and other add-ins to fatten them up. But how do cattle get [...]
