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Cattle wintering sites : managing for good stewardship

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It's up to you to keep your landscape healthy. Environmental issues are becoming paramount in how you manage your operation. By understanding how your operation fits into the bigger environmental... More ≫

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It's up to you to keep your landscape healthy. Environmental issues are becoming paramount in how you manage your operation. By understanding how your operation fits into the bigger environmental picture, it becomes necessary to look for problems and apply common sense solutions. This publication gives you practical solutions to choosing those management practices that best suit your land, cattle and operating budget. It's important to remember that no two wintering sites are the same. Manure management problems are different for every operation. The ultimate goal for any livestock operation is to improve the health of your landscape, and increase productivity. It all comes down to good stewardship for future generations.

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Beneficial management practices : environmental manual for Alberta cow/calf producers

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Beneficial Management Practices: Environmental Manual for Alberta Cow/Calf Producers was developed to inform and educate producers on beneficial management practices (BMPs) that can enhance soil,... More ≫

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Beneficial Management Practices: Environmental Manual for Alberta Cow/Calf Producers was developed to inform and educate producers on beneficial management practices (BMPs) that can enhance soil, water, air and biodiversity. These BMPs protect the environment while keeping production practical and within the law. The manual should be considered general and not specific to any operation. As every operation is unique, BMPs should be applied and modified based on the specific operation.

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Corrals for handling beef cattle

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This comprehensive guide features information on cattle behavior, handling techniques, corral design corral geometry and corral components. It's packed with over 60 designs and corral plans. It... More ≫

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This comprehensive guide features information on cattle behavior, handling techniques, corral design corral geometry and corral components. It's packed with over 60 designs and corral plans. It has been reviewed by industry experts including Temple Grandin, the internationally recognized expert on cattle behavior from Colorado State University.

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