Farmer Ross Dicks and his wife usually raise from 5-8 head of beef cattle in a lot on their 8-acre farm in Jackson, Minn. Typically, he feeds the cattle out from 500-600 lbs. to 1,400-1,500 lbs.

FARGO - Recent snow and ice storms and power outages have been brutal for livestock and livestock producers. Those conditions have kept livestock from getting enough drinking water. Beef cattle, for ...

There is nothing like a refreshing drink of water to hydrate one’s body, but what happens when the only available water is frozen? As beef producers manage the herd in dropping temperatures this ...

A team of Kansas State University watershed specialists has revised a publication with tips on safeguarding the state’s water resources while providing grazing animals with the water they need. The ...

Having adequate supplies of high-quality water for livestock is essential for successful livestock operations. This can be a real challenge during the winter months, especially for ranchers who ...

GILMANTON – Watering a beef herd for maximum ease and health of cattle was the recent topic at a pasture walk on the John Hovey farm east of Gilmanton in Buffalo County. Hovey, who has more than 40 ...

Heated waterers prevent ice formation, ensuring animals have access to liquid water. Regularly inspect heaters to confirm proper functioning, and follow manufacturer guidelines for safe and efficient ...

“Solar pumping systems provide a viable method to water livestock in locations where utility electricity is not available,” said Lori Marsh of Virginia Tech. “They can be used to provide pressurized ...

Animals, just like humans, can survive for weeks without food but only for a few days without water. And as the saying goes, water is life. But what is the need for water in animals? Is water quality ...