The use of technologies in the beef industry is a major contributor to the safe, wholesome, and affordable beef supply in the United States. This 4-page fact sheet provides a brief evaluation of the effects that individual technologies have on beef production. Written by Matt Hersom, Todd Thrift, and Joel Yelich , and published by the UF Department of Animal Science, September 2011.
http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/an272
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Converting the Beef Cow Herd to a Controlled Breeding Season (AN267)
Implementing a controlled breeding season to manage the length of the calving season is a cost-effective management practice. This 4-page fact sheet describes a 3- to 4-year conversion program beef cattle producers can follow. Written by Tim Wilson, Cindy Sanders, Mark Warren, Matt Hersom, and Curt Lacy, and published by the UF Department of Animal Science, August 2011.
http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/an267
Preconditioning Calves Using Co-products (AN260)
Preconditioning cattle is a way to add value to a calf crop. It involves weaning, vaccination, and acclimating cattle to eating from feed bunks. This publication will focus on the nutrition, feedstuff considerations, and performance potential for different co-product options in preconditioning management. This 8-page fact sheet was written by Matt Hersom, Todd Thrift, and Joel Yelich , and published by the UF Department of Animal Science, May 2011.
http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/an260
AN254 Growing Calf and Show Steer Feed Management
AN254, a 9-page fact sheet by Matt Hersom and Todd Thrift, detail feeds, feed management, and nutrient requirements for growing cattle with a view towards successful development of a quality show calf. Includes references. Published by the UF Department of Animal Sciences, October 2010.
http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/an254
AN244 Winter Feed Estimator: A Practical Tool for the Beef Cow-Calf Producer
AN244, a 3-page fact sheet by Mark Warren, Ed Jennings, and Matt Hersom, provides a simple approach for estimating dry matter feed requirements of the beef herd and then converting those requirements into an estimate of required hay or silage round rolls. Published by the UF Department of Animal Science, June 2010.
http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/an244
AN241 Wet Brewers Grains for Beef Cattle
AN241, a 4-page fact sheet by Megan Thomas, Matt Hersom, Todd Thrift, and Joel Yelich, describes this by-product of the beer-brewing industry — feed characterstics, considerations for use, and feeding guidelines. Includes references. Published by the UF Department of Animal Sciences, May 2010.
http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/an241
AN238 What Does It Cost to Develop a Replacement Heifer?
AN238, a 3-page fact sheet by Matt Hersom, Todd Thrift, and Joel Yelich, highlights the important considerations, requirements, and inputs for developing a replacement heifer. Published by the UF Department of Animal Sciences, April 2010.
http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/an238
AN188 Total Protein Requirements of Beef Cattle III: Match the Diet to the Cattle Requirements
Revised! AN188, a 3-page fact sheet by Matt Hersom and Jeffrey N. Carter, provides realistic examples from different productive states to demonstrate the function of rumen microorganisms and the differences in the nutrient profile of feedstuffs. Includes references. Published by the UF Department of Animal Sciences, April 2010.
http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/an188
AN167 Total Protein Requirements of Beef Cattle I: The Rumen and Microorganisms
Revised! AN167, a 2-page illustrated fact sheet by Matt Hersom and Jeffrey N. Carter, describes the unique role of microorganisms in the nutrition of beef cattle and other ruminants. Published by the UF Department of Animal Sciences, April 2010.
http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/an167
AN168 Total Protein Requirement of Beef Cattle II: Protein Components
Revised! AN168, a 3-page fact sheet by Matt Hersom and Jeffrey N. Carter, provides information on protein components and the qualitative differences in the value of the protein in various feedstuffs. Published by the UF Department of Animal Sciences, April 2010.
http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/an168
AN210 Feedstuff Considerations for Feeding Bulls
AN210, a 3-page fact sheet by Matt Hersom and Todd Thrift, assists beef cattle producers in feedstuff selection, addressing the whole cottonseed and gossypol issue, and organic vs. inorganic mineral program. Includes references. Published by the UF Department of Animal Sciences, January 2009.
http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/AN210
AN211 Nutritional Management of Bulls
AN211, a 6-page fact sheet by Matt Hersom and Todd Thrift, defines several nutritional time frames in the lifespan of a bull to ensure appropriate nutritional management for long-term reproductive success of the beef cow herd. Includes references. Published by the UF Department of Animal Science, October 2008.
http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/AN211
AN194/AN194 Biosecurity and Biological Risk Management for Livestock Enterprises
AN-194, a 6-page fact sheet by Matt Hersom, Max Irsik, and Todd Thrift, describes biosecurity and biological risk mananagement practices, basic biosecurity and BRM management practices, disease transmission routes, enterprise security, reasons to have a BRM plan, and biosecurity best management practices. Includes resource list. Published by the UF Department of Animal Sciences, March 2008.
http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/AN194