Oh, Ho, Ho, It's Magic You Know 🎸
In this week's R2R Edition: Simple solutions are often the best solutions. Also, "smart" devices and related technology have started their move into animal agriculture.
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From Fungi to Frame-Size
In this week's R2R publication: We get a reminder of why mycotoxins are important to test for before putting feed into the bunk. Analysis helps us understand how to better breed/select for more efficient cows. (Hint: it's not only bodyweight).
"Oof, My Hoof."
"Oof, my hoof."
TL;DR:
* Digital dermatitis is the infection and inflammation of the hooves of cattle.
* The timing of the infection was compared to the animal's rumination and activity levels at that time.
* Heifers with digital dermatitis spent 3% less time per day ruminating and
The Maiden Voyage
As the first of many Research to Ranch newsletters is sent off, we break a metaphorical champagne bottle on its hull as we christen it for a safe and successful trip from us to you.
Giving you the down-low on cattle price lows
TL;DR:
* New Mexico cattle market shows
Cattle rancher turned cattle researcher.
Welcome to Research to Ranch! I am so glad that you found your way here. My name is Tyler Thomas and I am a cattle rancher turned cattle researcher.
It can be difficult to find good, science-backed, information on how to improve cattle production practices. And when you do, they