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2012
Feb. 2012	Thoughts on optimizing diet mixing using TMR mixers by Mr. Jeff Jaderborg
Feb. 2012	Good manure management is good economics and good for the environment by Dr. Jose A. Hernandez and Dr. William Lazarus
Jan. 2012	Optimizing beef carcass weight through understanding carcass cost of gain by Dr. Grant Crawford
Jan. 2012	Cold weather considerations for the beef herd by Mr. Mike Boersma
2011
Dec. 2011	The benefits of beef in the human diet by Dr. Ryan Cox
Dec. 2011	The future depends on you-the beef producer by Dr. Allen Bridges
Nov. 2011	A social experiment: Taking agriculture to the streets by Ms. Devan Paulus

Nov. 2011	Look at various factors when considering feedlot facility expansion by Dr. Grant Crawford
Oct. 2011	Quality and yield grade premiums are attractive by Dr. Alfredo DiCostanzo
Oct. 2011	Lessons learned from cattle feeding this past year by Dr. Alfredo DiCostanzo
Oct. 2011	Grazing cornstalk residue after harvest an option for cows and calves by Dr. Grant Crawford
Sept. 2011	Marketing the 2011 calf crop for best results by Dr. Alfredo DiCostanzo
Sept. 2011	Nutrition and management of newly received cattle by Dr. Alfredo DiCostanzo and Dr. Grant Crawford
Sept. 2011	Management and awareness of feed shrink as important as ever when feeding beef cattle by Dr. Grant Crawford
Aug. 2011	Beef challenges and opportunities abound in region by Dr. Ryan Cox
Aug. 2011	Stretch cattle feeding dollar to compensate for high feed prices by Dr. Grant Crawford
Aug. 2011	Consider harvesting corn earlage for cattle feed this fall by Dr. Grant Crawford
Aug. 2011	When making critical management decisions, it pays to know! by Dr. Allen Bridges
July 2011	Consider marketing options for the 2011 calf crop by Ms. Rhonda Wulf
July 2011	Incorporating alternative feedstuffs into beef feedlot rations by Dr. Grant Crawford
June 2011	Corn processing method: Could it affect E. coli prevalence in cattle? by Ms. Devan Paulus
June 2011	Addition of MDGs, glycerin in feed diet does not negatively impact beef quality by Ms. Kaitlyn McClelland
May 2011	Use of a long-acting combination implant to increase growth and efficiency of feedlot steers by Ms. Jolene Kelzer
May 2011	The benefits of beef in the human diet by Dr. Ryan Cox
April 2011	Breeding soundness exam: The cheapest insurance/assurance a producer can buy by Dr. Allen Bridges
April 2011	New developments in the management of sulfur in beef cattle feedlot diets by Dr. Grant Crawford
April 2011	Forage testing: As important as ever by Mr. Mike Boersma
March 2011	Management strategies for annual forages for grazing by Mr. Russ Mathison and Dr. Ryon Walker
March 2011	The next generation of distillers grains by Dr. Mark Corrigan and Dr. Grant Crawford
March 2011	U of M conducting study on prevalence of E. coli in Minnesota by Ms. Jackie Popowski
Feb. 2011	Antibiotics in distillers grains raise some concerns by Ms. Devan Paulus
Feb. 2011	Managing cold stress in wintering beef cows by Mr. Jeff Jaderborg
2010
Dec. 2010	Livestock, meat, and the environment by Dr. Ryan Cox and Ms. Kaitlyn McClelland
Dec. 2010	Basics of estrous synchronization in beef cattle by Dr. Allen Bridges
Nov. 2010	Utilizing distillers grains with low fat concentrations in diets for feedlot cattle by Ms. Jolene Kelzer
Oct. 2010	Impact of body condition on reproductive productivity in beef cattle by Dr. Allen Bridges
Oct. 2010	Fenceline weaning reduces calf stress by Mr. Mike Boersma
Sept. 2010	Forage maturity and weather conditions can impact quality by Ms. Jolene Kelzer and Mr. Russ Mathison
Sept. 2010	Impact of body condition on cow production by Dr. Ryon Walker
Aug. 2010	New meat cuts provide affordable grilling alternatives by Dr. Ryan Cox
Aug. 2010	Be on your guard-bloat can still sneak up on you by Dr. Bethany Funnell
Aug. 2010	Importance of feedlot and carcass data for the beef cow/calf producer by Dr. Grant Crawford
Aug. 2010	Backgrounding provides opportunities to add value to beef calves after weaning by Dr. Grant Crawford
June 2010	Ensuring the safety and quality of dairy cull beef by Dr. Ryan Cox
June 2010	Dairy steers present challenges, opportunities for feedlot producers by Dr. Grant Crawford
May 2010	Reaching out to the next generation of beef producers by Dr. Ryon Walker
May 2010	Remaining profitable in the cow/calf business by Mr. Mike Boersma
April 2010	Importance for crossbreeding in beef industry stressed by Mr. Jeff Jaderborg
April 2010	Making greener pastures productive by Mr. Russ Mathison and Dr. Ryon Walker
March 2010	Knowing your production costs: The economics behind the cow by Dr. Ryon Walker
Feb. 2010	Including glycerol, a byproduct of biodiesel production, in feedlot diets by Ms. Jolene Kelzer
Jan. 2010	Twin births in beef cattle: Double your pleasure? by Mr. Carl Dahlen
Jan. 2010	Putting a business plan together for your cow/calf operation by Mr. Jeff Jaderborg
2009
Dec. 2009	Tips on controlling parasites in the feedlot by Dr. Bethany Funnell
Dec. 2009	Beef finishing and the meat processor's dilemma by Dr. Ryan Cox
Nov. 2009	Spaying heifers-What is it worth? by Ms. Jolene Kelzer
Nov. 2009	Managing winter cow intake and reducing waste to save money by Mr. Jeff Jaderborg
Oct. 2009	Beef Team gives tips for parasite control in the cow herd by Dr. Bethany Funnell
Oct. 2009	Decisions on utilizing distillers grains as a winter feedstuff for beef cattle by Dr. Grant Crawford
Sept. 2009	Remedies of high sulfur levels in distillers grains by Ms. Jolene Kelzer
Sept. 2009	Bovine tuberculosis in Minnesota-where will the road take us? by Dr. Ryon Walker
July 2009	Improving weaning weights without breaking the bank or our backs by Ms. Valerie Ujazdowski and Dr. Alfredo DiCostanzo
June 2009	Spirit of sustainability growing among younger generations by Dr. Ryan Cox
June 2009	In tough economic times consumers looking to "Beef Value Cuts" by Dr. Ryan Cox
April 2009	Practical tips on re-establishing winter feeding areas by Ms. Jolene Kelzer
March 2009	Better understanding grass-fed vs grain-fed beef by Dr. Ryan Cox
Feb. 2009	Measuring profitability in cow/calf operations by Dr. Alfredo DiCostanzo
Feb. 2009	Making preparations for a successful calving season by Dr. Bethany Funnell
Jan. 2009	Communication of animal welfare key to consumer trust by Ms. Lori Schott
Jan. 2009	Keys to measuring profitability in the feedlot by Dr. Alfredo DiCostanzo
2008
Dec. 2008	Ethanol production and your food by Dr. Ryan Cox
Dec. 2008	Effects of cold climate on feedlot cattle by Alfredo DiCostanzo
Dec. 2008	Reduction in cow size could reduce feed bill by Dr. Ryon Walker
Nov. 2008	Common sense in the age of beef recalls by Dr. Ryan Cox
Nov. 2008	Considerations for preg check to help save time, money, labor by Dr. Bethany Funnell
Sept. 2008	Flexibility of beef helps food service industry through tough economic times by Ms. Lori Schott and Ms. Paula Waggoner
Aug. 2008	Enhancing profits while managing risk for 2008’s calf crop (pdf) by Alfredo DiCostanzo
Aug. 2008	Grazing Management 101: Managing your forages (pdf) by Ryon Walker and Russ Mathison
Aug. 2008	Backgrounding Calves on Grass (pdf) by Ryon Walker
July 2008	Backgrounding Calves on Cornstalk Residue (pdf) by Grant Crawford
June 2008	Planning for a Feedlot Expansion (pdf) by Alfredo DiCostanzo and Grant Crawford
June 2008	Overcoming Pasture “Summer Slump” (pdf) by Craig Belknap and Grant Crawford
June 2008	Replacement Heifer Development “Stay on Track” (pdf) by Ryon Walker
June 2008	Record Keeping "It's the COOL thing to do!" (pdf) by Lori Weddle-Schott
May 2008	Spaying Heifers as a Management Tool (pdf) by Lori Weddle-Schott and Daryl Meyer
May 2008	Grazing Management 101: Know Your Cattle and Forages (pdf) by Ryon Walker
May 2008	Are Cattle Warming the Globe? (pdf) by Lori Weddle-Schott and Paula Waggoner
April 2008	Establishing Winter Feeding Areas for Grazing (pdf) by Ryon S. Walker and Russ Mathison
Mar. 2008	Beef Cow Ration Balancer available from U of M by Mike Boersma, University of Minnesota Extension
Mar. 2008	The BUZZ Word: Cattle Biosecurity (pdf) by Lori Weddle-Schott
Feb. 2008	Factors Related to Consider when Culling Cows from the Herd (pdf) by G. Cliff Lamb and Guilherme Marquezini
Feb. 2008	Fluid Therapy (pdf) by Bethany Lovaas
Feb. 2008	Fluid Therapy Keeps Calves Alive (pdf) by Bethany Lovaas
Feb. 2008	Causes and Prevention of Calf Scours (pdf) by Bethany Lovaas
Jan. 2008	Colostrum-The First Line of Defense (pdf) by Bethany Lovaas
Jan. 2008	Managing Replacement Heifers (pdf) by Ryon Walker
2007
Dec. 2007	Promoting Beef as a Part of a Healthy Diet and a Healthy Lifestyle (pdf) by Lori Weddle-Schott
Dec. 2007	Strategies to Deal with High Corn Prices for the Beef Cowherd (pdf) by Nicolas DiLorenzo and Grant Crawford
Nov. 2007	Managing Feed Costs in Beef Production (pdf) by Bret Oelke
Oct. 2007	Consider Yeast Culture as a Feed Additive for Growing and Finishing Beef Cattle (pdf) by Craig R. Belknap and Grant Crawford
Sept. 2007	Identify and Prevent BVD PI’s* (pdf) by Bethany Lovaas
Aug. 2007	Managing High Sulfur Concentrations in Beef Cattle Feedlot Rations* (pdf) by Grant Crawford
Aug. 2007	Consumers are Responsible for Beef Safety Too* (pdf) by Lori Weddle-Schott
July 2007	Managing Cool-Season Perennial Grasses during 'Summer Slump' (pdf) by Ryon Walker and Paul Peterson
July 2007	Why Wean Early?* (pdf) by Jamie Larson
July 2007	Managing Heat Stress in Feedlot Cattle* (pdf) by Grant Crawford
July 2007	Biosecurity on the Farm* (pdf) by John Shutske
June 2007	Feedlot Environmental Regulations in Minnesota* (pdf) by Grant Crawford
May 2007	Avoiding Mineral Toxicity in Cattle* (pdf) by Grant Crawford
Apr. 2007	Pasture management important during ‘summer slump'* by John Zinn and Ryon Walker
Mar. 2007	Bull Fertility and Culling Decisions (pdf) by Bethany Lovaas
Mar. 2007	Middle of the Calving Season: Think About the Breeding Season (pdf) by Bethany Lovaas
Jan. 2007	The Current Status of Applied Reproductive Technologies for Beef Cattle (pdf) by Cliff Lamb
2006
Dec. 2006	Planning a Carcass Ultrasound Session (pdf) by Carl Dahlen
Oct. 2006	Meat Quality Counts!* by Dr.Ron Torell
Oct. 2006	Frozen Vaccines* (pdf) by Dr.Ron Torell
Oct. 2006	Neosporosis in Beef Cattle* (pdf) by Lori Weddle-Schott
Sept. 2006	Age & Source Verification for Cow-Calf Producers* (pdf) by Dr. John B. Hall
Sept. 2006	BVD in the Feedlot, Part I* (pdf) by Bethany Lovaas
Sept. 2006	On-Farm Composting 101* (pdf) by Dr. Mindy Spiehs
July 2006	What Can You Do on Your Beef Operation to Protect Water Quality?* (pdf) by Dr. Mindy Spiehs
July 2006	Stockpiling Perennial Grasses to Extend Grazing Into Fall* (pdf) by Paul Peterson, Russ Mathison, Greg Cuomo, and Craig Sheaffer
June 2006	Creep Feeding Calves (pdf) by Dr. Alfredo DiCostanzo and Ms. Beka Gill

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