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Cattle prices rebounded this past week after a long slide downward.
Cow-calf producers have made some money and now need to be “steeling” for what is to come, a Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service specialist said.
When will the plunge in the cattle market be over?
The winter season is a great time to gather friends, family, and food!
Growing the beef cattle herd in the state of Tennessee and across the nation has taken front and center stage.
Genetic maternal traits, birthdate, mature size and a fit with the environment are all factors cattle producers need to consider when retaining replacement heifers.
Feeding calves and the 100-yard dash share one thing in common; in both instances it is nearly impossible to start poorly and expect to win.
Safety protocols in place during processing and tips for ground meat safety in the home.
Most analysts and producers would say that feeder cattle and finished cattle have been somewhat undervalued the past several weeks which is likely the leading factor of prices making a small resurgence.
About 50% of the red meat we eat is in the form of hamburger.