Livestock and Forages

Off-farm load lots, what are they worth to the farmer?

Cattle producers always try to maximize the value of the calves they market. Group marketing efforts provide opportunities for farmers to improve market prices by allowing smaller farms to sell in truckload lots of feeder calves. One question that always remains is, “How much is it worth?” Several Clemson Extension Livestock & Forage Agents in […]

Clemson University 45th Annual Extension Bull Test Sale, An “Online” Success!

Steven E. Meadows, Ph.D. Clemson University Bull Test Director The Clemson University Performance Tested Bull Sale was held on February 6, 2021, in Clemson, SC.  This year due to COVID-19 concerns, the decision was made to hold a complete virtual/online sale.  Prospective buyers were invited to view the bulls at the Clemson Bull Test Station […]

Herd Health: Biosecurity Review for Cattle Producers

Biosecurity All producers aim to maintain the health of their herds. Because losses from sickness and death take a toll on cattle and producers alike, it can be helpful to review farm biosecurity practices periodically. Recently, two farms sent beef cattle for necropsies (autopsies) to the state veterinary diagnostic laboratory (Clemson Veterinary Diagnostic Center) to […]