CATTLE

Keep watch for winter health woes

Fresh pasture growth and cooler conditions increase the risk of metabolic disorders in cattle.

Cooler weather and short, fresh pasture growth can trigger mineral imbalances and metabolic disorders in pregnant and lactating cattle. Credit: Pamela Lawson.

Cooler weather and short, fresh pasture growth can trigger mineral imbalances and metabolic disorders in pregnant and lactating cattle. Credit: Pamela Lawson.

AT A GLANCE Seasonal conditions, high nutritional demands and mineral imbalances can all contribute to metabolic disorders in beef cattle.   Pregnant and lactating cows are especially at risk of...

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A growing series of reports, each focused on a key discussion point for the farming sector, brought to you by the Farming Ahead team.

A growing series of reports, each focused on a key discussion point for the farming sector, brought to you by the Farming Ahead team.

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Research Report: Grouper Bins (July 2024)

This month's Research Report from Kondinin Group looks at a range of Australian-made grouper bins which can make a big difference when it comes to input logistics on the farm.

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Research Report: Carbon Calculators (June 2024)

Farming Ahead's June Research Report compares two carbon calculators which can be used by grain growers.

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Research Report: High Horsepower Tractors (May 2024)

Kondinin Group has rounded up some real broadacre muscle in this Research Report - looking at 447kW (600hp)-plus tractors.

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Research Report: Sheds (April 2024)

Sheds play a vital role in farming, offering shelter and protection for people, machinery, livestock and valuable inputs like chemicals and fertiliser.