Blockchain technology captures marketing leverage data on sale day.
Cattle and calves on feed for slaughter in feedlots with capacity of 1,000 or more head totaled 11.8 million as of Feb. 1.
USDA Economic Research Service's February livestock outlook report questions what the heifer inventory changes really mean.
Cattle producers need to maintain tire feeders regularly to keep cattle from swallowing wire.
Ken Olson of South Dakota State University shares tips for managing the growing trend of heavier cows.
A group of 31 United States senators sent a letter to government agencies urging a finalization of a comprehensive rule for BSE.
Cow pies also serve another important purpose, they’re an indicator of bovine health and hay quality.
The ability to estimate the live bodyweight of cattle can affect whether animals receive too little drug or too much,
The fund is an initial step in restoring the confidence of market users following the failure of MF Global.
As cattle supplies remain tight and global demand intensifies, profitability for cattle ranchers will continue in the year ahead.
Since January of 2010 the cattle business has experienced both extreme growth and volatility.
The Masonic Village has partnered with federal and state agencies and private ag organizations to manage natural resources.
Value-added management strategies do work in the right environments to bring in more dollars.
USDA’s Cattle report indicates that some beef cattle expansion has begun as beef heifer retention increased a modest 1%.
The easiest and most practical method of inhibiting nighttime calving is feeding expectant mothers at night.
Producers who think their heifer reproduction program is on track may want to look again.
What is your plan to meet the late gestation nutritional needs of the beef cow herd?
Cattle producers are being asked to provide their input to the 2011-2012 National Beef Quality Audit by taking a short survey
Better beef could mean 10% hike in demand andcattle on farms
Cattle feeders will keep looking for heavier weight cattle to place into feedyards.
Two feedyard operators discuss advantages of predictable cattle when grid marketing.
The shortage of decent hay for winter feeding has farmers scrambling for some type of replacement roughage.
A new study in the Journal of Animal Science documents the shrinking environmental footprint of beef over the past 30 years.
Nominations for the 2012 award are due by March 2, 2012.
The University of Nebraska-Lincoln Beef Team offers some insight and research the get the most from this type of grazing crop residue.
A coalition of the U.S. livestock and poultry industry associations ask for hearing to discuss the Renewable Fuel Standard’s impact on the economy.
Extreme weather conditions could sprout weed problems this spring.
Demand for Choice beef leads to tighter supplies and high prices.
Out-of-state bidders boost top prices to $2,400 at Show-Me-Select heifer sale in Missouri.
State beef councils join with the national Beef Checkoff Program to support a new retail beef marketing program to increase U.S. beef sales.
Scholarships are available for students pursuing careers in the beef industry.
Some fall rains making it appear as though some drought-weakened pasture resources are healthier than they might be.
Value-based tool will help commercial producers select and manage Angus cattle.
Those with adequate wheat pasture in late November and early December can use it as a supplement for pregnant replacement heifers.
Congress voted on a $19.8 billion 2012 agricultural spending bill that includes language blocking USDA from implementing the rule.
When building a pipe fence, there are many options to consider from used to new.
New Mexico State University researchers investigate targeted grazing strategies to reduce the risk of catastrophic wildfires.
Discuss vaccine choices with your herd veterinarian to help ensure complete protection.
Producer concerned about the impact feeding of corn by-products has on recip cows becoming pregnant with embryos.
There are indications that the worst of the 2011 drought-forced movements of cattle may be slowing down.
Summer annual grasses should be temporary solutions to forage needs
Gain testing is most economical between weaning and 10 to 12 months of age
Hay loss and feed waste are inevitable components of most beef production systems.
Texas beef producers are exploring the use of whole cotton plants as a protein source for cattle due to extreme drought conditions.
If Mother Nature cooperates in 2012, cow-calf operations will post their highest nominal return over cash production costs ever.
Cattle feeders are going to use more corn than previously expected according to USDA’s latest Cattle on Feed report.
The Environmental Protection Agency decides to retain the current coarse particulate matter (dust) standard.
Needing tips on storing ethanol byproducts for feeding? The University of Nebraska Extension has six videos looking at storage options.
Research beef cattle studies focus on residual-feed intake and evaluate feed efficiency
As hay prices continue to rise, many Midwest cattle producers are searching for cheaper alternatives to winter feeding.
Today’s conversations about sustainability are well founded, but some of the proposed solutions are not.
