Even though it’s sometimes frightful outside during the winter months, warm up by thinking ahead to maintaining those livestock watering setups when the cattle finally get turned out this spring. But ...

During the summer and especially on days of extreme heat, water becomes even more important for the health and nutrition of the cattle herd. Ensuring an appropriate amount of clean fresh water is ...

There is an easy answer, and there is a right answer. A general guideline is that lactating cows need two gallons of water per 100 pounds of bodyweight per day. Bulls and dry cows need one to one and ...

Research by the University of Nebraska-Lincoln recommends that beef cattle need about 1 gallon of water for every 100 pounds of body weight. But lactating or growing cattle may need twice that amount.

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 ...

IOWA/SOUTH DAKOTA (KELO) — The drought creates significant challenges for livestock producers. What improvements in water infrastructure can cattle producers do to capitalize on future precipitation?