The reproductive efficiency of cow-calf operations is one of the most important factors affecting the potential profitability of beef herds. The ideal cow calves early in […]

This summer, Abby Lennick, a 2026 SSMC Intern, traded the classroom for cattle pens, spending her days alongside SSMC area sales manager, Patrick Schumacher, assisting beef […]

By Ana Carolina Rodrigues, SSMC Animal Products Manager Transition period challenges were primarily explained by negative energy balance causing ketosis and hypocalcemia. However, research suggests there […]

By Chris Lahmers, Area 3 Business Director/Dairy Genetic Product Manager The August Sire Summaries brought great change and excitement to Select Sires Member Cooperative. Not only […]

By Kayla Frieler, Communications Engagement Coordinator For many dairy producers, growth has traditionally meant adding cows. But for Clark Farms, of Rollingstone, Minn., animal restrictions in […]