The Casual Cattle Conversations Podcast: Keep Livestock Waters Open All Winter Long

Keep Livestock Waters Open All Winter Long

Extended grazing seasons and fewer days starting the tractor to feed cattle sound nice in theory—but what about the watering constraints? Some producers struggle with where to place watering systems, while others battle freezing temperatures brought on by harsh winters.

Rocky Brown, owner of Wald Fencing, says, “Without water, there is no fall grazing. Fencing is easy—watering is the real constraint.”

Some might let their cattle fend for themselves with snow, but that’s not a preferred method for most. Brown says, “I’m not a big believer that snow gives cattle enough water. They use up too much energy warming that snow to body temperature to make it useful.”

The good news is there are plenty of tried-and-true options for both temporary and permanent livestock watering systems that work in harsh winter conditions.... 



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