When it comes to cattle mineral programs, a lot of emphasis gets placed on the big guys: breeding sires, pregnant cows, lactating dams, and so on. It's important, however, to not leave out the little guys! Calves need minerals just as much as mature cows and they are especially critical for the weaning transition. Let’s look closer at why and how your herd’s newest members should have access to a calf mineral program.

With summer looming on the horizon, it is never too early to start thinking about heat stress and how to help your cattle stay healthy and comfortable. Every cattle operation can expect to see some heat stress symptoms in their herd, but certain best practices can help keep those  problems to a minimum.

Transitioning livestock from winter rations to spring grazing can be a tricky step. The excitement of seeing fresh spring growth can increase the risk of grass tetany in the herd. Here, we will learn more about what causes grass tetany, symptoms to look for, and best preventative practices.

Minerals are one of the most important things you can offer your animals to improve their overall health. But which form is best for your operation, blocks or loose minerals? Let’s walk through this decision process so you can ensure your animals are reaping the benefits of a healthy mineral program.   

Starting a mineral program should make your life easier, not harder. So, let us simplify the supplement process. Here, we will walk through 3 of our beef mineral products, so you can improve herd health, reduce costs, and get back to what you love about raising animals.

Nitrogen is the most abundant element in our atmosphere, and an essential nutrient for all plant growth. However, plants cannot simply pull nitrogen directly from the atmosphere and use it. Here we will learn about the nitrogen cycle, the microbes and microminerals that make nitrogen accessible to plants, and some best practices for fertilizing your crops. 

Selenium is an essential trace mineral that all animals need in order to survive. Here, we will learn more about what selenium is, how it supports immune health, and how to start a selenium supplement program for your land and livestock.

Fact: all living things need copper in order to survive. Also a fact: too much copper can be toxic. All living organisms have a different threshold between how much copper they need vs. how much is too much. When it comes to raising livestock, no animal has a more narrow margin of copper tolerance than sheep. Let’s learn more about why copper is essential, symptoms of copper poisoning (toxicosis), and how to maintain healthy copper levels in your herd.

There is so much more to soil than meets the eye. Beneath our feet lies a complex hive of constant physical, biological, chemical, and even electrical activity. Here, we are going to specifically explore the electrical conductivity (EC) of soil, its cation exchange capacity (CEC), and why these 2 factors are so critical for soil and plant health.

Micro-minerals are crucial for your herd’s health, even though they are only needed in trace amounts. Here, we will take a closer look at iron, why it is important, and how to stabilize your cattle’s iron intake.