Established in 1991, the Environmental Stewardship Award Program (ESAP) annually recognizes outstanding stewardship practices and conservation achievements of cattle producers across the nation.

Rather than wondering how long this market will last or when will it turn south, let’s consider opportunities to capitalize today and be prepared for tougher times when they come.

Shifting market dynamics are most succinctly summarized through two factors, fewer cattle and higher prices, that will further entrench themselves in near term trends.

American Wagyu director of research, education and programs Hanna Ostrovski says when used correctly EPDs can help seedstock breeders make positive genetic improvement.

Profitability of the cow-calf enterprise is controlled by a web of production and economic factors but is rarely associated with maximized weaning weight.

Evaluating money saved when purchasing feed on cost per unit of protein and energy basis.