Feed Testing

  • October 19, 2023Key Takeaways from the Nutrition Webinar Series for the Winter-Feeding Season

    A summary of the 2022-23 nutrition management webinar series covering...

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  • September 28, 2023Evolution in Cattle Feeding, Management and Consumer Demand

    Beef producers who background and finish cattle have learned a lot over the past...

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  • August 24, 2023Drought is More Than a Summer Challenge

    If not managed properly, drought can bring feed shortages and long-term animal health impacts. Feed testing,...

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  • August 9, 2023CowBytes Ration-Balancing Software Now Available Through the BCRC

    Producers can formulate feed rations and consider feed and byproducts at different...

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  • August 3, 2023Ergot in Feed: Is There a Safe Concentration for Beef Cattle?

    Recent studies suggest recommended concentrations of ergot and deoxynivalenol in cattle...

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  • July 25, 2023Keeping Today's Drought from Becoming Tomorrow's Problem

    Navigating drought requires long-term thinking. Here are seven things to watch for during...

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  • July 20, 2023Polycrop Potential: 12 Tips for Using Mixed Forage Crops

    Many producers are seeding polycrops of three or more species in hopes of improving...

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  • June 16, 2023Facing Drought? Six Things Beef Producers Can Focus On 🎙️

    While the elements themselves cannot be managed, there are six decisions that can be...

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  • January 5, 2023Ready or Not, Calving is Coming -- Plan Ahead for a Streamlined Calving Season 

    Focusing on four main aspects of planning can ensure a safe and...

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  • November 16, 2022Seven Tips for Grazing Corn

    Grazing standing corn has many benefits including being a high-energy forage but can also pose animal health risks if not...

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  • October 6, 2022*Upcoming Webinar* Nutrition Part 2: Hitting the Bullseye with Targeted Feeding – Feeding for Performance

    You have your feed test results, now what? This...

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  • September 14, 2022*Upcoming Webinar* Nutrition Part 1: No Longer a Mystery -- Feed Testing to Improve Herd Health and Feed Management

    Feed testing is an important tool when tackling...

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  • February 14, 2022Cut Costs Carefully

    This article written by Dr. Reynold Bergen, BCRC Science Director, originally appeared in the February 2022 issue of Canadian...

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  • December 20, 2021Feeding Decisions Are Important Breeding Decisions

    This article written by Dr. Reynold Bergen, BCRC Science Director, originally appeared in the...

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  • December 2, 2021Be Mindful of Minerals

    What mineral supplementation do I need and when do I need it? Beef producers might know they should supplement their herds...

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  • November 15, 2021Winter Feed Cost Comparison Calculator - Managing Variable Costs

    Winter feed is the largest year-over-year variable cost faced by producers.  Keep Reading

  • September 14, 2021Looking to Make the Most of Forage Quality? Consider These Factors

    Editor’s...

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  • September 7, 2021Tips for Starting Lightweight Calves on Feed

    Many cow-calf producers from B.C. through Ontario are planning to wean and sell...

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  • August 10, 2021Experts Respond to Drought Questions

    On July 29, the Beef Cattle Research Council hosted a webinar that allowed beef producers to ask drought-related...

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  • April 29, 2021Resources for Drought Management

    Recurring drought is a natural part of the climate in many areas of Canada and creates a challenge when managing...

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  • November 26, 2020Eleven Ways to Avoid Feed Waste this Winter

    Top layer spoiled silage in a bunk. Photo credit: Les Halliday Harvesting, storing and delivering a...

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  • August 24, 2020Winter Feed Cost Comparison Calculator – Regional Trends and Opportunities

    As producers look for ways to protect margins and minimize losses this...

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  • August 17, 2020It’s Time to Start Thinking About Feed Testing

    With cattle feed being swathed, harvested, or already in the silage bunk or bale now is the time to...

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  • October 23, 2019Winter Feeding Cost Comparison – Hay vs. Alternative Feeds

    Fall has arrived and focus has shifted to winter feed supplies. Feed prices have dropped...

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  • October 3, 2019Does your feed pass the test? Making sense of feed test results: Webinar October 30

    Missed this webinar? Watch the recording here. Do you ever...

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  • September 13, 20185 Tips for Grazing Corn This Fall and Winter

    Corn grazing is becoming more popular across Canada because producers can grow more biomass on less land....

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  • October 16, 2017Abnormal Weather Doesn’t Grow Average Forage

    This article written by Dr. Reynold Bergen, BCRC Science Director, originally appeared in the October...

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  • August 17, 2015Stretching Feed Supplies

    This article written by Dr. Reynold Bergen, BCRC Science Director, originally appeared in the August 2015 issue of...

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  • July 31, 2014Ergot: Low Levels Cause Big Problems

    This article written by Dr. Reynold Bergen, BCRC Science Director, originally appeared in the July 2014 issue of...

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  • April 16, 2014The High Cost of Shortchanging Cows

    This article written by Dr. Reynold Bergen, BCRC Science Director, originally appeared in the April 2014 issue of...

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  • September 23, 2013Ergot Spotted in Western Canada -Keep an Eye Out

    This is a guest post written by Karin Schmid, Beef Production Specialist with the Alberta Beef...

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  • January 10, 2013Managing Winter Nutrition: New Beef Research School Episode

    A new video is now available on BeefResearchSchool.com Feeding beef cattle over the...

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  • December 17, 2012Feed Testing Explained in Beef Research School Video

    A new video is now available on BeefResearchSchool.com Feed testing is a fundamental tool...

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  • October 17, 2012Have You Had Your Feed Tested?

    Accurate knowledge of feed quality, particularly the operation’s forage base allows one to develop feeding strategies...

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