The following publications cover topics related to Beef Extension. For a complete list of MU Extension publications, visit the main Publications page.

Determination of Pregnancy Status in Beef Herds

New

Pregnancy examination provides valuable information that enables cow-calf operations to make management decisions that increase profitability and improve long-term reproductive efficiency. Learn about several methods in this MU Extension guide.

Reproductive Management of Bos indicus-Influenced Beef Cattle

New

Bos indicus cattle present challenges with estrus synchronization. Learn about the timing of estrus onset for them, their susceptibility to stress, and considerations and expectations when breeding them in this University of Missouri Extension guide.

Split-Time AI: Using Estrus Detection Aids to Optimize Timed Artificial Insemination

Revised

Timed artificial insemination pregnancy rates in heifers can be optimized with a split-time AI approach. Estrotect estrus detection aids allow producer to determine the estrous status of females. Learn about the protocols in this MU Extension guide.

Successfully Direct Marketing Beef

New

Get tips on direct marketing beef in this 32-page publication.

Missouri Grazing Manual

Reviewed $20

Learn how soil, forages and animals interact in grazing systems, and get ideas for improving pasture quality and extending the grazing season for beef or dairy.

Calculating the Value of Manure as a Fertilizer Source

Revised

Use this worksheet to estimate the value of manure nutrients (nitrogen, phosphorus, potassium) and gauge how much manure to apply to corn, wheat, soybeans.

Heritability and Its Use in Animal Breeding

Reviewed

Heritability has a large influence on livestock performance. Visit our website to learn about Heritability and Its Use in Animal Breeding.

Missouri Frost/Freeze Probabilities Guide

Reviewed

Where in Missouri you live can make a big difference on when to expect your first or last frost. See this guide for probabilities based on past years.

Vitamins for Beef Cattle

Reviewed

Vitamin needs of beef cattle can be confined largely to A, D and E. This is because bacteria in the rumen of cattle are considered to have the ability to synthesize vitamin K and the B vitamins in sufficient quantities to meet the animal's requirement.

Mineral Supplements for Beef Cattle

Reviewed

Beef cattle require a number of dietary mineral elements to remain healthy. Visit our site to learn about Mineral Supplements for Beef Cattle.

Water Source Development for Irrigation Systems

Revised

Joseph Zulovich
Extension Agricultural Engineer
Commercial Agriculture Program

Bob Broz
Extension Water Quality Specialist

Ryan Milhollin
Agricultural Economist
Commercial Agriculture Program

The System Concept of Beef Production: BIF Fact Sheet

Reviewed

The systems concept of beef production incorporates an awareness that there is more to consider in a beef cattle enterprise than simply the level of production. What is most important is the overall efficiency of the enterprise.

Wheat Silage for Beef Cattle

Reviewed

Wheat, barley and oat silages are often underrated as feed for growing and finishing beef cattle. Studies show barley silage as being equal to corn silage, but they show that oat silage has about 50 percent the value of corn silage in beef rations.

Control of Anaplasmosis in Missouri

Revised

Craig Payne
Director, Veterinary Extension and Continuing Education

Weed and Brush Control for Forages, Pastures and Noncropland

New $31.00

Annual broadleaf and grass weeds can become a serious problem in pastures and forages. Learn about forage crop, soil and weed problems in Missouri. See color photos of weeds at different stages and select herbicides with the help of tables in this manual.

Calculating Fertilizer Value of Supplemental Feed for Cattle on Pasture

New

John A. Lory
Division of Plant Sciences
Commercial Agriculture Program

K.C. Olson
Division of Animal Sciences
Commercial Agriculture Program

Chris Zumbrunnen
Livestock Specialist

Soil Sampling Hayfields and Row Crops

New

Collecting a representative soil sample is an important step in developing a nutrient plan for your farm. Make smarter management decisions and more efficient use of fertilizer nutrients by learning how to plan and take soil samples from your fields in th

Soil Sampling Pastures

New

John Lory and Steve Cromley
Division of Plant Sciences and Commercial Agriculture Program

Collecting a representative soil sample is an important step in developing a nutrient plan for your farm. The goals of your soil sampling plan should be to

Plants Poisonous to Livestock

Reviewed

Fred Fishel
Department of Agronomy

Understanding and Using Sire Summaries: BIF Fact Sheet

Reviewed

Sire selection is one of the most important decisions cow/calf producers make. If it is effective, sire selection will account for nearly 90 percent of the genetic improvement in a herd.

Using Performance Data in Judging Classes: BIF Fact Sheet

Reviewed

Judging contests are an important educational tool. Someday young cattle producers will be faced with selection decisions that affect the profitability of their operations. This guide can be used to train youth interested in modern beef selection practices.1

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