Changes to the brand law in South Dakota will go into effect July 1 of this year.Lawmakers discussed two brand-related bills this year.HB1145, which the governor signed into law, included the language for the July.
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Conception rates are low for the third consecutive year in South Dakota, which presents another challenge for cattle producers already dealing with tough market conditions.
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Cattle producers in parts of South Dakota are going on their third year of lower conception rates in their cow herds. The rate of open cows in south central part is running from 20-percent to 50-percent, depending on the operation. Cody Moore is a cattle producer and co-owner of Winner Livestock. He says that trend has been reflected in their sales.
Frank Volmer also an owner with Winner Livestock Auction. He blames the poor conception rates on the cows being under more stress, especially tied to weather.
Volmer says it also has to do with the fall feeding program. With the open weather, producers have been trying to save on feed costs by having cows graze on lower quality corn stalks through December.