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I have a couple heifers that were born in February that seem to hit the nail on the head as far as genetics go. I was wondering how some of you start your calves (when you start giving them grain, what works what doesn't, etc).

Starting to pick out some bulls for the 2016 line up and American sniper is one that seems cool but don't know much about. Looking for some discussion from those who have used him or seen him in person Thanks

I have a Monopoly X PB Char cow that I am having trouble deciding what to do with this breeding season. Her first calf that she has now is sired by SAV Brilliance and I think he is looking good but I would like to try a different pairing. I am torn in either going the composite route and pairing...

I have 2 show cows with bull calves at their side and a show heifer getting ready to breed. Yesterday I gave them their vaccinations which was nothing out of the normal vaccination schedule I've had them on: 5cc triangle 10 2cc visions 8 and multi min however the aftermath this time seems to be...

Was going through some pictures and thought I would share the transformation of my Monopoly X PB Char female from calf to cow:)

I'm a procrastinator. I have show entries due today and I haven't decided what I want to bring yet. I have the option to show a cow calf pair which is where my issues lie. How young is too young to bring a calf to a show? Is there trailering specifics I need to know about hauling a cow calf...

Is it just a matter of genetics or a matter of when you castrate them to keep steers looking cleaner in the sheath area?

Living in California we are deficient in Selenium here. Being fairly new to the cow calf operation side of the show industry I have heard to give a BoSe shot right at birth and have also heard that it can be given the first two weeks for the same effect. Getting mixed signals you may see why I...

I have a heifer calf that is sired by bodacious. Is she unable to be registered with any breed organization? I believe her mom is commercial. Second question. I have a calf sired by Jesse James and mom is a maintainer sired by 1-80 can the calf be registered Maine as well? Third and final...

I have an April calf that I'm looking to start on some new feed and was wondering if any of you guys have had experience feeding "rival show feed" thru associated feed or "fresh and feminine" from Sullivan. All opinions appreciated thanks

Hey hey! I have just gotten into breeding show cattle after showing them for many years. Finally making it an officially business but need a good name. My name is Amanda Prentice and initials are A. M. P. I have had a few ideas thrown at me such as "AMP Livestock" or "rockin A cattle co" but I...

Because hay is so expensive I have been feeing less. The heifers are also getting soaked beet pulp in the mornings. Any creative suggestions to add some nutritional value to their diet or any roughage replaces? Should I offer a protein tub? They are not showing at the moment and won't see the...

So at home and at shows my heifers are bedded on shavings because they are just more practical and cleaner and easier to deal with than straw. However at my county fairs I am only allowed to bed down on straw and the heifers won't stop eating it. I have a rubber Matt and they pull it up to get...

I have a heifer that keeps taking the nose band part of her neck sweat off. Any tips on how to get that habit to stop?

Need monopoly's registration number for a fair entry anyone know it entries due today

Hey guys looking for some calving ease angus bulls to breed my monopoly X PB char heifer too. Any luck using any? Good quality?

Thoughts? Opinions if people who have used it. Is it beneficial to use it just before breeding and during the first few months of pregnancy?

I am doing a presentation on how to fit cattle and I am looking for some good before and after pictures of fitting. My heifers don't have long enough hair to really have an impact on my audience as far as before and after pictures go. Anything helps thank you.

I am thinking about breeding this heifer to Thriller and am looking for input on your guys experience with this bull. Anything is appreciated.

I have ha my new heifer for just over a month she was born in feb. I have noticed that she is constantly seeming to breath heavily even without any activity. Any suggestions as to what the problem might be and how to make it better???