Beef

Disaster Preparations for Livestock Producers

What you would do if a weather disaster struck your ranch or feed lot? I remember thinking that following the tornado that destroyed Manchester, SD.  I think we’re all guilty of focusing so much on the day-to-day issues that we ignore potentially serious possibilities. While there is nothing that we can do to prevent a severe weather outbreak, some time spent thinking about our response could prove very valuable.

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South Dakota Ranch Feature-Slovek Ranch

In an effort to help consumers get to know the ranchers who produce the beef they eat, iGrow will be featuring a South Dakota ranch each month.  This month Slovek Ranch, Bill and Pennie Slovek and Bo Slovek will be featured.  The Slovek Ranch is one of the case study ranches for beefSD.  They are progressive in many things they do and Bill is actively involved in various organizations across the state.  I had the opportunity to visit with Bill and learn more about his operation.

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Select the Correct Needle for the Job

Quality Assurance training focuses heavily on how to give intramuscular (IM) and subcutaneous (SQ) medications and vaccines in front of the shoulders of a beef animal to avoid causing damage to higher valued regions of the carcass.  Beef producers also need to be able to identify and use correct needles for certain medications, be skilled in giving medications via different routes, and dispose of needles properly as part of their management practices.  Utilizing the correct needle has a major impact on ensuring producers are raising a safe, quality beef product for consumers.  

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