A change of attitude can improve cattle handling

Jager Robinson
Feb 28, 2019
Feb 28, 2019 Updated Feb 28, 2019

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Low-stress cattle handling is the key to a successful operation according to Dr. Tom Hoffsinger.

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Reach Reporter Jager Robinson at 605-335-7300, email jager.robinson@lee.net or follow on Twitter @Jager_Robinson.