Calf Distinction

12/12/2025

NEW BLOG: Mycotoxins are toxic compounds produced by molds that commonly grow on corn, small grains, cottonseed, byproducts and forages used in dairy rations. They are chemically diverse, heat-stable, and often present even when visible mold is minimal or absent, which makes them an “unseen” threat in the total mixed ration (TMR). Click the link to read more!

Mycotoxins are toxic compounds produced by molds that commonly grow on corn, small grains, cottonseed, byproducts and forages used in dairy rations. They are chemically diverse, heat-stable, and often present even when visible mold is minimal or absent, which makes them an “unseen” threat in the...

12/10/2025

Excited to be at the 2025 Dairy x Beef Summit hosted by Four Star Veterinary Service

12/04/2025

NEW BLOG: When you sit down with someone who has watched an industry evolve for more than six decades, you don’t just get answers—you get a window into history. That’s exactly what happened when I recently visited with a seasoned ruminant nutritionist, David Hutcheson, whose career began in the early 1960s and continues vibrantly today. Click the link to read more!

When you sit down with someone who has watched an industry evolve for more than six decades, you don’t just get answers—you get a window into history. That’s exactly what happened when I recently visited with a seasoned ruminant nutritionist, David Hutcheson, whose career began in the early 19...

12/03/2025

Wellness Wednesday: “Get the genetics right. The right animals for the right goals. Genetics must include health, not just growth or marbling. Genomic tools will allow more genetic advancement in the future of the cattle industry.”- Dr. David Hutcheson, World Renowned Ruminant Nutritionist

12/01/2025

Surveillance Calf promotes gut health, supports the immune system and keeps calves on track from day one. https://bit.ly/3rlGrZP

11/27/2025

Happy Thanksgiving from all of us at MicroBasics. We’re thankful for the producers, partners, and families who keep our industry strong!

11/26/2025

If you’re looking to defend animal health and strengthen immunity, TomaHawk iL delivers.
Support the gut. Support the liver. Support the entire animal.
Feed Good, Do Good! https://bit.ly/3RrcikM

11/24/2025

Have you tried Calf Distinction AI yet?
Your new calf-raising assistant is ready!
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11/20/2025

Don’t forget the daily difference-maker — Mix Surveillance Calf into each milk feeding and keep calves thriving from day one! https://bit.ly/3rlGrZP

11/17/2025

Whether you’re in the barn or on the go, Calf Distinction AI is ready with the info you need- from first feeding to finishing strong! https://bit.ly/48jTFJ2

11/14/2025

Milk may be the number one revenue source for dairy farms, but dairy producers are also beef producers and beef is a second avenue for income them. Current market situations including closed boarders and declining beef cattle herd size have left American feedlots empty and looking for cattle to fill them up...

Milk may be the number one revenue source for dairy farms, but dairy producers are also beef producers and beef is a second avenue for income them. Current market situations including closed boarders and declining beef cattle herd size have left American feedlots empty and looking for cattle to fill...

11/14/2025

“This is evidence that our management of beef-cross calves early in life can have lasting effects on their performance and ultimate value,” Fernades says. “It points to our need for communication between industry segments and calf-rearing practices that reduce stress and disease opportunism.”

We know the early life events of dairy replacement heifers have research-proven impacts on their later performance as adult dairy cows. Now, researchers are exploring how the development of young beef-cross calves influences their ultimate performance on the rail, with some surprising results.