The Idaho Cattle Association is reigniting a heifer program in hopes of helping. 14-year-old Troy Edwards is now the rightful owner of a young cow. "It means a lot to me," Edwards said.

Research found negative implications on embryonic development and survival when heifers are transitioned to a reduced diet after AI breeding. This should be considered when transitioning heifers from ...

Replacing heifers based on visual phenotype and genetic merit, rather than early screening, leaves potential long-term herd retention on the table, University of Missouri animal scientist Jordan ...

Many farms today use beef or sexed semen to breed for replacement heifers. This is a good option as farmers may be reluctant to buy replacement heifers from outside sources and because replacements ...

Giving all heifers a pain relief injection after calving will help them through the transition process of joining the milking herd and thereby prevent metabolic issues and lameness. In the absence ...

It’s history in the making in U.S. dairy animal trade right now, as springer values stay knocking on the door of $4,000 per ...

LITTLE ROCK, Ark., March 31, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Heifer International expresses deep sorrow at the passing of Pierre Ferrari, who served as the organization's President and Chief Executive ...

According to AHDB data, natural mating is now used to produce fewer than 5% of dairy heifer replacements in the UK. However, with routine euthanasia of bull calves discouraged and a soaring beef ...

Heifer International is a global organization dedicated to ending world hunger and poverty. The nonprofit seeks to empower and train people to become farmers, ranchers and business owners to ...

Heifer International extends its heartfelt condolences to Pierre's family, friends and all who had the privilege of working alongside him. About Heifer International Since 1944, Heifer ...