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University of Missouri Extension specialists find that producers see up to $300 savings in feeding costs per calf when their livestock graze standing milo through the winter.
Oklahoma State’s Mark Johnson breaks down the value of a bull in today’s market.
Preparing for a successful calving season, ensure all supplies are stocked and equipment is fully functional before the first calf arrives to minimize stress and maximize efficiency.
Scott Varilek with Kooima Kooima Varilek says cattle futures saw a chart breakout, pushed by fundamental factors. Meanwhile, the soybean market saw technical selling and pressure from mostly favorable weather in South America.
From nutrition strategies to not forgetting the herd bulls, K-State’s Jason Warner shares the top 10 management practices producers should be mindful of in January.
Cattle producers and industry leaders share their concerns as the calendar advances to 2026.
Texas producers need to remain on alert as NWS continues to move north. The newest detection is in the state of Tamaulipas.
2026 will have USDA’s trade team in Indonesia, Philippines, Turkey, Australia and New Zealand, Saudi Arabia, and Vietnam
Texas A&M’s Anderson summarizes meat production numbers for 2025.
Today’s concentration is real, but it’s not the same beast as early 1900s concentration because the governance environment is radically different: stronger safety laws, stronger enforcement, more transparency, more consequences.
Rich Nelson with Allendale, Inc. says there is a general lack of news for the grain markets so some of the pressure is coming from end of the quarter and end of the year positioning by traders.
Genomic testing improves confidence in the decisions producers make when selecting replacement heifers and bulls.
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Identifying breeding goals as well as prudent selection and mating decisions can result in a cow herd that yields more beef per acre of pasture, reduces your maintenance cost and serves as the production factory of market topping calves.
A South Dakota cattle producer explains how checkoff funds are being used to reach consumers who eat less beef, have questions about how it’s raised or live in regions where beef demand has room to grow.
A look at how Colby Community College’s beef instructor is building a better beef herd while developing future industry leaders.
K-State veterinarians discuss a unique case of what seems to be sudden death in a fall calving herd.
Here’s a look back at the top 10 stories on Drovers.com in 2025.
UNL researchers are linking cattle genetics and rumen microbes to find ways to cut methane losses and boost feed efficiency on ranches.
Joe Kooima with Kooima Kooima Varilek says the live and feeder cattle futures board has remained sideways since around Dec. 11. However, there is one thing that could break that trend.
Terrain’s Dave Weaber says placements of cattle into feedlots will continue to shrink, long-feared beef slaughter capacity reductions have arrived, and the beef cow herd hasn’t begun to expand.
Noble Research Institute shared data-backed management practices for land stewardship.
Wellnitz says proper communication saves a business time and money in the long run.
Quarterback Josh Allen and Hailee Steinfeld deliver a substantial protein surprise to the Bills’ offensive line, fueling them for success.
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In regard to building back a better cow herd through sound, intentional selection and mating decisions, the single strongest argument for crossbreeding is the advantage in reproductive fitness and longevity of crossbred cows.
From Rudolph’s glow to Blitzen’s hooves, every detail passed inspection just in time for the big night.
November feedlot placements lowest since at least 1996, marketings down 12%.
Texas A&M professor shares 8 common stressors that can weaken an animal’s defenses, enabling bacteria to reach the lungs and cause disease.
Live and feeder cattle futures made new highs for the move Monday morning after a strong close Friday and higher weekly closes. However, the big catalyst is the bullish USDA Cattle on Feed Report data according to Rich Nelson of Allendale, Inc.