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Embedding the right EPD values for the chosen traits into the herd is critical for long-term genetic success.
This is New Year’s week and the number of cattle reports is smaller than normal.
The record high beef prices that were the norm for much of the year have continued to drop off.
Most of 2014 saw record high prices, but the downward trend in the beef and cattle markets looks like it could carry into the New Year.
As 2014 ends, cow calf producers are thinking about the approaching calving season.
It has been a chaotic couple of weeks in the cattle markets.
Fed cattle prices fell on a live basis and beef prices also saw a slight decrease.
Good news for beef producers who attended last year’s 3-State Beef Conference: Rick Rasby from the University of Nebraska--Lincoln (UNL) is returning as a speaker for the Jan. 13 event.
The baseline traits used are simple growth traits that meet my “touchy, feely” criteria.
The workshop will focus on how beef producers can use estimated progeny differences and DNA in bull selection.