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32 fun facts about cows all kids and adults should know. Learn characteristics about these social animals for beef cattle and dairy cows.

Springtime is the best time to deworm cattle. Early in the springtime, parasite loads are very heavy in pastures. They tend to reduce during the summertime and then they rise again in the autumn. So how often should you worm cattle? You can’t always tell by looking when your cows are infected with parasites. You may notice subclinical signs such as a decrease in milk production; a slowing down of weight gain and even a reduction in conception rates.

Old tires can be used to make low-cost round bale feeders, says Gordon Siemers, Randall, Minn., who recently sent FARM SHOW photos of a round bale feeder he made out of used car tires.

Bonding with a Cow. Building a Relationship with a Cow or a calf Takes Time and Your Presence. The Younger you start the better to have the cow learn to trust

Halter breaking an adult cow is BY FAR easier then halter breaking a calf. At least that's how it's been in my experience.

Fencing livestock is important for many reasons. It can protect your valuable livestock, keep them contained for easy herding and even allow you to manage the health of your farmland. While early f…

Effective grazing management on pastures not only ensures high forage yield, sustainability, animal health and productivity, it also benefits the pasture.

Using commonly available cattle panel fencing and a section of tarp, Terry Benoit of Orange, Texas, came up with an inexpensive shelter for a couple of round bales. The 10 by 16-ft. shelter measures 6 ft. high at the center, big enough to cover two bales.