Cow calf producers are eager to turn cattle to pasture and get away from dry lot or hay feeding. The transition to grass comes with some risk, especially for areas that had a cool, wet spring or utilized grazing of small grain crops. Magnesium is an essential mineral, and the cow does not have a tissue reserve. Using a magnesium supplement in the spring is critical to the health of the cow.

Here are a few quick tips to ensure your success! Properly feeding the cow now will make sure she gets bred back in the next year. Sample your hay so you know the quality level based on crude protein level Keep the highest quality hay for calving season Use lower protein hay and crop residue like corn stalks for feeding pregnant non-lactating cows. These lower quality forage will need some supplementation to be digested properly. 1. Significance of body condition score

Body Condition and Supplement Considerations Goats are ruminants, and forage fiber is the main component of their diet. Ruminants digest...

Consistent Nutrient Delivery Summertime brings long days with longer list of projects and chores to complete. Using a Nelson Tubs...

Impact of Nutrition on a Defined Calving Season Warm weather, green pastures, field work and turning the bulls out. These are all parts...

The spring months are transition periods going from winter weather to warmer temperatures and hopefully some much needed moisture.

Most pasture grasses are reaching maturity, declining in protein content and increasing in fiber levels.

Weaning is one of the most stressful periods of a calf’s life.

Nelson Tubs is pleased to bring the addition of the 20 lb. pail with handle to the product offering.

The Body Condition Score (BCS) of cows entering the breeding season will have the most significant impact on breeding success.

Do you have a plan to prevent grass tetany?

The first signs of spring usually come with the emergence of flies.

Cows fed tubs will maintain their body condition better on less forage due to the improved fiber digestion.

The cost of feeding cattle and livestock is more than just the feed itself! The cost per unit is a major factor and often the first and only

Tub selection can be a bit overwhelming without a good understanding of what your livestock’s needs are.