RT @beef_educator: Join us at the UNL's Barta Brothers Ranch on Wednesday, July 16 to learn more about the research taking place there and….

July BeefWatch articles are available at While there, signup to have new articles delivered to your inbox. This month: Barta Brothers Ranch Tour July 16, Summer Grazing Field Day July 24, Silage Prep, Estrus Synch Fixes, Heat Stress, and more!

RT @wcreec: Join the Gudmundsen Sandhills Laboratory for its annual open house on August 20!. Mark your calendars and find more information….

Accurately testing hay takes time and money. However, the value of this information is critical in accurately and cost-effectively formulating rations. More at #beef

It’s shaping up to be HOT the rest of this week. Plan any cattle work accordingly and consider rescheduling if you can. More resources for beef cattle and heat, water, and flies can be found at .👉 👈

RT @kacie_mccarthy: Nice morning for the Stocker Yearling Tour hosted by @UNLBeef Extension. Touring Pawnee Springs Ranch in Maxwell, NE. h….

RT @beef_educator: When you see cattle showing defensive behaviors such as tail flicking, skin twitching, leg stamping, lying with their l….

RT @kacie_mccarthy: @UNLBeef Extension highlighting upcoming events at @NECattlemen Mid Year meeting in Kearney. Check out our events page….

Accurately sampling and testing hay is the only way to get a real understanding of the nutritive value of feed. Read more at

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Please join us Tuesday, June 17 as we bring our Annual Stocker/Yearling Tour to the North Platte area. We’ll tour and talk with local producers, seeing their stocker/yearling practices in action. Cost is $20. Please RSVP for a meal count at #beef

Sudangrass is relatively drought-tolerant. While it still needs moisture to germinate, once established, it can continue to produce with limited rainfall. This makes it a valuable option when rainfall is uncertain and pasture growth is limited. More at

In spite of recent rains, some parts of the state are still suffering the effects of drought. Review cow herd and forage management strategies on this upcoming June 5 webinar, Drought Management Tools, Expected Grass Production and Early Weaning.

RT @beef_educator: Looking for a written lease example to use for summer grazing? Go to and take a look at the Past….

Current wheat market conditions, combined with high hay prices and limited availability in some locations, may make grazing or harvesting winter wheat for hay more valuable than harvesting it for grain. More at

First class is June 11, 7:30 AM CDT. More at

If you've wanted to take the Nebraska Ranch Practicum, 2025 is the year to do it. More info at

RT @CattleNerd: More control with less effort! We’re showing off virtual fencing, water monitoring, and tools that help you graze smarter—n….

RT @UNL_CAP: Just dropped: The 2025 Nebraska Custom Rates Report for livestock production is now available! . 👉 Get the full report and see….

RT @beef_educator: Nutrition from calving to breeding plays a big role in a cow’s ability to breed back and maintain that next pregnancy. S….