A Comprehensive Guide for Ranchers about Artificial Insemination in Cattle

A Comprehensive Guide for Ranchers about Artificial Insemination in Cattle Artificial insemination (AI) in cattle is a breeding technique where semen from a bull is manually placed into a cow’s reproductive tract. It’s a way to get cows pregnant without using a live bull on your ranch. During AI, a trained technician or veterinarian uses […]

Cattle Heat 101: The 21-Day Cycle That Drives Your Ranch’s Success

Cattle Heat 101: The 21-Day Cycle That Drives Your Ranch’s Success A ranch’s bottom line hinges on one critical number: the percentage of cows that get pregnant during the breeding season. And for that, you need to understand cattle heat cycles. In this post, we’ll cover the basics of cattle heat cycles, their four phases, […]

Cattle Gestation Chart: What is it, How to Use, and Benefits

Cattle Gestation Chart: What is it, How to Use, and Benefits Calculating calving dates for a single cow can be time-consuming. Doing it for an entire herd? That’s a daunting task that can eat up hours of a rancher’s valuable time. Opening a calculator or performing complex math for each cow is not just tedious—it’s […]

5 Essential Areas to Focus on During Cattle Pregnancy

5 Essential Areas to Focus on During Cattle Pregnancy Cattle pregnancy is an important part of raising livestock, affecting both the health of your herd and your farm’s success. Whether you’re new to cattle farming or have been at it for years, knowing how to handle this process can make a big difference. While nature […]

Expert Guide: Mastering Cattle Pregnancy Checks for Maximum Herd Productivity

Expert Guide: Mastering Cattle Pregnancy Checks for Maximum Herd Productivity Some ranchers assume they can just eyeball a pregnant cow. But by the time you can see it, you’ve already lost precious weeks or months. Time is money in this business, and regular checks help you prepare in advance for the new, healthy calves. Implementing […]

Understanding Cattle Gestation: A Comprehensive Guide for Ranchers

Understanding Cattle Gestation: A Comprehensive Guide for Ranchers The gestation period in cattle refers to the length of time a cow carries her calf from conception to birth. It typically lasts 283 days and is calculated starting from the date of breeding or artificial insemination. Understanding the gestation period enables ranchers to make informed decisions […]

Preconditioning Calves – Setting a Foundation

Preconditioning Calves – Setting a Foundation Nowadays, feedlot and grass calf buyers are looking for calves that are ready to finish – no extra work needed. More upfront work leads to less stress when the calf is weaned and sold – and a good premium in your pocket. Preconditioning calves sets a solid foundation to […]

Breed Interface Updates: Gelbvieh, Aberdeen and Beefmaster

Breed Association Integrations Made Easy Breed Interface Updates: Gelbvieh, Aberdeen and Beefmaster As a CattleMax registered plan customer and member of your breed association, you can save time and effort using the Breed Interfaces feature. Maintain production records, generate reports for management decisions and print pedigree ads for buyers. By integrating with breed associations, CattleMax […]

Pasture Management Updates

New Tools for Smarter Pasture Management Pasture Management Updates Keeping up with Pastures in CattleMax can come in handy during hay season, when assigning tasks, or even during everyday activities on your ranch. This powerful tool allows you to store valuable and pertinent pasture information on the same platform as the rest of your ranch […]

Advanced Equipment Tracking and Categorization

Smarter Equipment Management Advanced Equipment Tracking and Categorization Keeping your farm equipment information in CattleMax allows you to see active and inactive equipment, record models, serial numbers, part numbers, maintenance history, record notes, and create tasks for future maintenance. You can also now track the location of your equipment and the categories they fall into. […]