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    what on earth?

    MM Those are marking bands. They work just like eartags. There is nothing special about them. Definetly easy to read from a distance. They can be found in most livestock catalogs.
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    Ahhhhh.... Spring is in the air

    You're right spring is in the air. 30 degrees,4-5 inches of snow, 30-40mph winds. Yep spring is in the air, my -ss!!!!!!!!
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    What the he!@ is going on here

    Actually the corn plant is a grass. The kernals are grain.
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    What the he!@ is going on here

    I remember the NFO from the sixtys and it wasn't only milk but pigs and vealers to. If we farmers all had the same debtload and input costs we could band together to make our voice louder. But that wont happen cause we're all to independant and stubborn. Another reason it wont happen is that...
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    What the he!@ is going on here

    Somm you hit the nail on the head. Also what CB says is true for the cow herd just wont work for the finishers.
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    Grass-fed defined!

    Since corn is classified as a grass does corn silage meet the standards?
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    friend or foe???

    Sure would be nice to know what you're talking about.
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    Bull Handling Tips

    Don't get me wrong bulls can be dangerous. But the most dangerous animal in your pastures or lots is YOU. Also remember that your cows are more likely to take you than your bulls if for no other reason than there are more of them.
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    how to bag

    Just noticed you're back greenwillow. Glad to see you.
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    corn gluton

    Here in central IL the price is $65/t plus trucking. There are not any foreseeable cheap prices. $40/t e-mail me the name of your supplier and I'll order 10 loads.
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    For Those Who Wean On The Trailer

    Anybody from 10,000hd to 20hd cattle feeders.
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    For Those Who Wean On The Trailer

    When I worked for a commission firm some years ago the calves that had a good health plan (pre-weaning, weaned shots, casterated, dehorned, ect.) always brought more money. And always more than enough to offset the expense. Also by using these good animal husbandry practices it always improved...
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    Feeding Bulls

    There is not enough land mass in the USA to fatten all of our fats on grass. Therefore, grass fattened beef will be just a niche market and not for everyone. Couldn't agree with you more on this one Mike.
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    How to get your operation started

    He!! everybody just go to the bank. They have lots of money to give. Only hard thing is when they want it back.
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    Insurance

    Mine are my farm policy also. Just remember to get a high enough liability package ($1mil+).
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    Daughter with money burning a hole in her pocket

    Go with the pairs.
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    In 25 words or less:

    Been doing this all my life. Wouldn't have it any other way. Once a farmer always a farmer.
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    Price of Steers

    Most buyers can tell the difference between a green calf and a little butterball. The green calves will always outsell the butterballs.
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    Freemartin

    A freemartin is a sterile female. They usually come from being a twin.
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    Money's not an option

    Beefy I'm with you CB and pallet-heads just don't sound right. Is he$$ freezing over? :roll: :roll:
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