Challenging the way we’ve always done things: Nutrition guidance for small farms that actually works for practitioners

Veterinarians are consistently ranked as one of the most im­portant sources of nutritional information on beef farms.1 Pro­viding nutritional guidance for smaller beef farms should lead to improved herd nutrition, healthier, more productive cattle, decreased expenses for the producer, and improved revenue for the veterinary practice. Challenging conventional approaches to beef nutrition on small farms can be both innovative and effective. What strategies can be especially useful for veterinary practitioners working with small beef operations?