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American Gelbvieh Association Releases Genomic-Enhanced EPDs

The American Gelbvieh Association (AGA) has released genomic-enhanced EPDs with the fall 2014 international cattle evaluation.

Stewardship of New Technologies Embraced by U.S. Meat Industry

What steps can the meat industry take to ensure that the introduction of new production and processing technologies does not interrupt trade?

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New Look and Feel for MyBeefCheckoff.com

The beef checkoff launched a totally redesigned MyBeefCheckoff.com on Sept. 28, providing checkoff payers, leaders, staff and media with an easy-to-navigate selection of checkoff resources and information to highlight checkoff programs and results.

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2015 National Beef Ambassadors Selected

Thirty of the nation's best beef industry youth spokespersons competed.

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Physicians Learn to Appreciate Lean Beef’s Role in the Diet

Thanks to a national checkoff partnership with the New York Beef Industry Council, as part of its Northeast Beef Promotion Initiative, the checkoff exhibited at the Pri-Med East Conference in Boston, Mass., Sept. 12- 14.

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USDA Completes 3 Contingency Livestock Inspection Facilities in New Mexico and Arizona

USDA-APHIS announced the completion of three contingency livestock inspections facilities at border ports in New Mexico and Arizona.

Red Angus Producers Assure Quality Product

Delivering a quality beef product to the consumer requires more than just superior genetics – trustworthy handling practices are the link that assures consumer satisfaction.

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Hereford Genetic Summit: Get on Board, Navigate Your Future

Hereford breeders were challenged to embrace technology, focus on the customer, and concentrate on feed efficiency and end-product merit during the Hereford Genetic Summit Sept. 4-5.

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$39 Million of Investments Planned for 2015 by Beef Checkoff

The Cattlemen’s Beef Board will invest about $39 million into programs of beef promotion, research, consumer information, industry information, foreign marketing and producer communications in fiscal year 2015.

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Beef Checkoff Hosts Customized Beef Experience for Key Foodservice Purveyor

Attendees gain access to beef industry leaders and actionable menu insights.

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Wanted...Tools To Identify Uncommon Beef Cattle Traits

A research project from USDA looks at the genetics of 2,000 bulls from 16 different breeds.

The Refreshing Face of Beef Research

Call it a facelift, a refresh or a redesign. Whatever its name, the checkoff-funded BeefResearch.org has a new look and improved functionality, including housing the Beef Issues Quarterly e-newsletter.

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Synovex Choice Approved for Heifers

Implant for beef cattle helps improve feedlot performance.

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Tell How and Why Beef is Better

Technology, with a dose of explanation, is just what the expert ordered.

Calling All Cattlemen to Kansas City

The first-ever Angus Means Business National Convention and Trade Show appeals to everyone involved in producing quality beef.

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New Fences Keep Cattle In, But Allow Elk & Wildlife to Move Freely

Fencing program from USDA allows cattle producers to keep their livestock in pastures, while allowing wildlife to roam.

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Beef Stirs up Interest with Wellness Program Participants

Thanks to a national checkoff partnership with the Pennsylvania Beef Council, beef was on the table Tuesday, Aug. 26, for more than 20 wellness program participants in Ambler, Pa.

House Votes to Protect Private Property Rights, Halting EPA and Army Corps’ Land Grab

The National Cattlemen’s Beef Association and the Public Lands Council applaud the efforts of Rep. Southerland (R-Fla.) to block what is described as the largest federal land grab to date.

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IBBA Launches Brangus Built Commercial Program

IBBA launched the Brangus Built commercial program designed to help producers identify and garner the added value associated with the Brangus influence of their commercial replacements.

Marbling Matters as Weaning Time Approaches

Research shows weaning time has high impact on marbling.

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Rising Calf Prices Warrant Attention to Fetal Protection

Fetal Protection Guarantee offers assurance against BVD PI calves and IBR abortions.

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Free BQA Certifications from Sept. 1-Oct. 31

Beef Quality Assurance certification gives producers tools to provide the safest and highest quality beef to consumers.

Potential Argentinian Beef Imports a Problem

Statement from NCBA President regarding APHIS proposed rule to allow importation of beef from a region in Argentina.

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Brangus Southeast Field Day Generates Big Response

With more than 225 producers in attendance, the event was fun and informative for all who participated and demonstrated a growing interest in expansion opportunities.

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Strong Early Results for Digital Campaign

Millennials initiate more than 5 million online food-related searches each day.

Kansas Beef Producers: Sign-up for South American Trade Mission

Kansas Department of Agriculture seeks participants for South American beef genetics trade mission trip.

EPA Finally Hands Over Maps Detailing the Extent of their WOTUS Proposal

After multiple requests, the EPA finally handed over the maps to the committee, which appear to detail the extent of the "Waters of the United States" proposal.

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Cattle Feeding: Risky Business

Forum goers find ways around obstacles, both short and long term.

Beef Genetics Trade Mission to Russia Cancelled

Due to uncertainties in the Russian market, the beef genetics trade mission hosted by the South Dakota Department of Agriculture (SDDA) and South Dakota Beef Breeds Council planned for October has been cancelled.

Brangus Selects New DNA Testing Provider

The International Brangus Breeders Association has selected GeneSeek, a division of Neogen Corporation, as the association’s new genomics profiling provider.

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Sales Competition Boosts U.S. Beef at Korean Grocery Chain

While sales of U.S. beef in South Korea have been on the upswing this year, USMEF has identified a niche in that country’s economy – small and mid-size supermarkets.

From Field to Fork: Chefs Learn About Beef

Twenty chefs and foodservice professionals with an up-close look at the beef industry in Pennsylvania.

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Louisiana Man Arrested on Cattle Theft Charges...Again

A Louisiana man was arrested on Monday for the second time this year in Salisaw, Okla. and charged with second degree theft of livestock.

Kansas Partners with Costa Rican Cattlemen

Kansas Department of Agriculture joins with Costa Rican cattlemen to increase exports and build industry.

Radale Tiner Elected President of Texas Purebred Cattle Alliance

American Angus Association Regional Manager leads group dedicated to seedstock breeders.

Genex Reports Record Beef Semen Sales to Dairy Herds

Limousin genetics are making an impact in the U.S. dairy population.

USDA Seeks Input on Revisions to Beef Grading Standards

The USDA-AMS is seeking public input on possible revisions to the U.S. Standards for Grades of Carcass Beef to adjust for recent improvements and trends in animal raising and feeding.

Dan Moser to Lead Angus Genetics Inc.

Angus announces new AGI president and director of performance programs.

American Gelbvieh Association Releases New Search Tools

The American Gelbvieh Association has released new search tools on its registry service.

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Late-season Grazing on Cheatgrass: Taking one Scientific Step at a Time

A research project on an allotment in southeastern Oregon has provided intriguing results so far.

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Drought Devastating Southeastern Colorado

Speaker at Cattle Industry Summer Conference reflects on drought in Southeastern Colorado.

“Perfect Storm” Points to Rosy Picture for Cattle Industry

The cattle industry is transitioning from the liquidation phase to the expansion phase in terms of cattle numbers, according to Kevin Good, senior market analyst for CattleFax.

Study Shows $11.20 Return on Checkoff Dollar

Study indicates that each dollar invested in the Beef Checkoff Program between 2006 and 2013 returned about $11.20 to the beef industry.

Finding Long-term Links Between Weather and Cattle Production

Decades of data kept by USDA scientists are providing valuable information about how seasonal weather patterns affect cattle production.

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Beef Checkoff Sizzles in Atlantic City

Beef topics sizzled on the Boardwalk at the Atlantic City Food and Wine Festival in Atlantic City July 25-27.

Cattle Inventory Down 3 Percent from 2012

As of July 1, there were 95.0 million head of cattle on U.S. farms.

White House Recognizes Arkansas Cattleman

The White House and U.S. Department of Agriculture recognized Adam McClung as one of 15 “Champions of Change” leaders from across the country.

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Beef Packer Being Closed by Cargill

Cargill to close Milwaukee beef harvest facility citing diminished cattle supply.

Cattle Feeders Honored

Outstanding members of the cattle-feeding community honored at Cattle Feeders Hall of Fame Banquet.

House Passes Bill to Modernize Endangered Species Act

The House passed H.R. 4315 the Endangered Species Transparency and Reasonableness Act by a vote of 233 to 190.