In cow-calf systems, many of the factors that determine productivity, fertility and longevity are set long before a replacement heifer ever enters the breeding pasture. The biological foundation of ...

Researchers are beginning to step back and look at the bigger picture, examining how the virus affects cows not only in the ...

Stress has become an integral part of our lives, particularly in the case of women, who have multiple responsibilities in their personal and working lives. Although stress cannot be avoided in our ...

Quick Take Cows have close companions that help them lower their stress levels, particularly in new or changing situations.

In cattle, this gene and the hormone it produces regulates metabolism, fat deposition, and affects reproduction.

Oklahoma summer has arrived. Triple digit heat and high humidity this past week have affected most of the state, making it crucial to think about livestock well-being.

Nobody likes to feel stressed, cattle included. And those cattle definitely don’t want to experience heat stress. But with the summer quickly approaching, it’s inevitable that heat stress is going to ...

As carcass weights hit new highs, experts warn that efficiency gains bring unintended welfare risks in transport, feedlots ...

In a recent review published in Antioxidants, researchers described the implications of exposure to air pollutants on male fertility parameters and sexual health. They further discussed the potential ...

MORRIS, Minn. —After she suffered a foot injury when moving cattle, Bethany Funnell looked for a better way to work her herd. She found it by changing her perspective and handling facilities. The ...

“Young animals which are still growing need to be fed well for them to perform. Farmers must ensure the cows have good body ...