187: Winter Prep for Cattle: 9 Steps to Save Stress Later

Winter always finds the weak spots — in your fences, your feed plan, and your schedule. In this episode of the CattleUSA Daily Podcast, Lauren Moylan walks through nine simple steps to get your cattle operation ready for winter. From checking water systems and testing hay to reviewing emergency plans, she shares practical strategies to make the cold months smoother and more efficient. This is your reminder to prepare now, not when it’s already below freezing.LinksCattleUSA Insurance - https://info.cattleusainsurance.com/l/1102253/2025-06-04/288f5m⁠CattleUSA Website - https://www.cattleusa.com/Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/cattleusamediaInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/cattleusa.media/Subscribe to our newsletter - https://www.cattleusadrive.com/CattleUSA Media - https://www.cattleusamedia.com/Lauren’s Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/_laurenmoylan/Lauren’s Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/@ShowboatmediacoThe Next Generation Podcast Website - https://www.thenextgenag.com/TakeawaysMany of us around the country are getting started on our winter prep.Cold weather exposes weak points in fencing.Evaluate your water systems before winter hits.Test your hay to match supplements properly.Check your minerals and supplement plan for winter.Prep all of your feeding areas for easier access.Equipment maintenance is crucial before winter.Review your winter emergency plan thoroughly.Good winter prep isn't about doing more, but doing it early.These were nine small steps that you can do now to save stress later.Chapters00:00 Winter Preparation Essentials07:44 Key Takeaways for Effective Winter Managementwinter preparation, cattle management, emergency planning, livestock care, farming tips, winter checklist, cattle feeding, equipment maintenance, forage management, livestock health