Jan/Feb 2020
TOGETHER, WE’LL MAKE
YOUR NEXT GENERATION THE BEST Thank you for taking the time to read the beef newsletter from Minnesota/ Select Sires Co-op, Inc. 2019 was a year of challenges for all of us. From late April snowstorms, to rain, rain and more rain, to early October snowstorms and a whole lot of MUD; I am pleased to say 2020 has only one direction to go, and that is UP! From a genetics perspective, I feel By Andrew Swanson as if our line-up of sire options is stronger than ever. We have many Beef Business Manager (507) 829-4133 excellent bull choices to sire the type aswanson@mnss.coop of cattle demanded throughout the northern region. Calves this year by Rainfall, Tahoe, Flat Top, Acclaim and Blackhawk are some of the standouts on the Angus front. From the Simmental breed, calves by Wide Range, Main Event, Red Moon, and Imperial look great!
And on the Red Angus side of things, calves by Atomic, Cinch, Spartacus, and Pacesetter are some of our customer’s favorites. Please order semen early as some bulls will be in short supply! Our team of professional Beef Sales Representatives (BSRs) is actively preparing to service you in 2020. I am very proud that we are stacked with talent to take on your breeding project. We have knowledgeable, local and dependable people who are passionate about helping YOU! We have breeding barns available and there is no project too big or too small. With 16 people whose sole role within our co-op is to service beef producers, we are ready to help increase your bottom line! Although 2019 was faced with challenges in regards to weather and markets, I am extremely optimistic for 2020. The law of averages tells me that we are due for a prosperous year ahead. I would like to take this time to say thank you for your past business and your past support of your co-op. Feel free to give me, or any of our BSRs a call if we can help.
PREVENTION AND TREATMENT
PRODUCTS FOR CALVING SEASON by Paul Tveten, Product Specialist
As calving season quickly approaches, I want to remind you about the premium products your Minnesota/Select Sires Coop, Inc. offers to support the top-notch genetics we provide. Whether it is prevention or treatment, we have the product offering to fit your needs! CONVERTTM Day One Gel: This trusted product has been the foundation of Select Sires’ calf care line for years! Agrarian Solution’s proprietary L-form bacteria is PROVEN to give your calves a healthier gut and a healthier start. Convert is available in boluses or gel. New this year, Convert Gel is available in individual 15cc tubes, as well as the multi-dose 60cc tubes. First Day Formula®: Hands down, the best colostrum replacer on the market - the mixability is second to none! Mix one packet (150 IgG’s) into 2 quarts of warm water. First Day Formula can also be used as a supplement to maternal colostrum, just mix half of the package into warm water. Accel RS: In the event you have to treat a
dehydrated calf, Accel RS is the best option because it functions as a Recovery Solution (RS). This electrolyte has a plasma-based energy source which aids in gut repair and reduces peak diarrhea volume. A full treatment is 3 doses fed between milk feedings. Accel RS is available in individual packs, a 6 lb pail, or a 25 lb bag. Tri-Purify and Tri-Start Jr: If you run into a case of scours, the 1-2 punch of these two boluses will help your calf tremendously! Tri Purify is a highly concentrated oregano-based bolus that is formulated to flush out the lower GI tract. Then, Tri Start Jr is given to repopulate the gut with good bacteria essential for health. Give the two boluses 12 hours apart. We also offer a full line of premium milk replacers, calf coats, and calf housing options. Look to Select Sires to help you through your next calving season!