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Differences in cattle biology, climate, labor and production goals helped make fixed-time AI a cornerstone of Brazilian beef production while adoption remains more limited in North America.
New World screwworm was confirmed in the U.S., yet cattle futures rallied. An Ever.Ag analyst explains why uncertainty mattered more than the confirmation itself.
As cattle prices hit record highs, the U.S. beef industry faces a dual threat: the return of the New World screwworm and a radical Oregon ballot initiative that could criminalize standard animal husbandry.
Ryder Lee explains Canada’s concentrated cow‑calf base, regional feeding systems and export‑driven strategy — and why weather, policy and packer needs dictate cross‑border flows.
A quarantine order is in place; USDA officials say the La Pryor detection is the only confirmed case so far, stressing there is no food safety risk but calling on cattle producers and pet owners to monitor wounds closely and follow movement restrictions.
Nebraska rancher Jaclyn Wilson traveled the globe as a 2024 Nuffield Scholar, discovering that while water and perception are universal challenges, international genetics and New Zealand management tools offer a competitive edge for her Sandhills operation.
USDA has confirmed the sample from a cattle ranch near La Pryor, Texas, is screwworm. A threat the U.S. hasn’t faced for more than 60 years, NWS is not a disease or food safety concern for consumers.
From integrating computers in 1984 to achieving Platinum TPR status, 2026 BIF Seedstock Producer of the Year Colyer Hereford and Angus has spent decades proving data integrity is the most valuable product a seedstock producer can offer.
In the aftermath of a historic blaze, Sandhills ranchers say burnt pastures, drought conditions and feed shortages are testing resilience while relying on donations and faith to recover.
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Neogen has expanded its commercial genomic profile to include 18 traits, offering cow-calf producers new proactive tools to manage bovine respiratory disease risk and quantify sustainability in dollars.
2026 BIF Commercial Producer of the Year, Autauga Farming Company Inc., uses a strict closed-herd philosophy and three-breed rotation to achieve the perfect equilibrium of maternal traits and feedlot performance.
IP 28 threatens to dismantle Oregon’s agricultural heritage by criminalizing routine farming and hunting practices, potentially banning in-state meat and dairy production.
Ben Rand of Blue Line Futures says an unprecedented Western drought is shrinking crops, drying up wells, tightening hay supplies and accelerating cattle herd liquidation across the region
Starting a cattle operation is a high-stakes financial puzzle. During the 2026 BIF Young Producers Symposium, three veteran cattlemen shared why the key to long-term success isn’t buying the most expensive heifers, but selecting for environmental fit and non-negotiable fertility.
A preseason baler checklist to ensure you have a successful hay season.
Cetrorelix, a GnRH antagonist used in human fertility medicine, might provide a practical alternative to estradiol in fixed-time AI programs.
Scott Varilek with Kooima Kooima Varilek says cattle had a lower week last week on fund liquidation and headlines regarding new NWS cases. However, he’s not sure if the funds are done selling yet.
A historic lack of winter moisture and drying water sources are forcing Wyoming and Nebraska producers to make gut-wrenching choices. At Torrington Livestock Markets, sales volume has surged to nine times its normal seasonal average.
Ensure your herd stays productive during the summer heat with these 10 management tasks for spring- and fall-calving operations.
Beef-on-dairy cattle are getting bigger and more valuable, but the industry’s push for heavier carcasses is creating a balancing act between profitability, cattle health and steaks consumers still want to put on the grill.
A case of New World Screwworm (NWS) only 52 miles from Texas was reported by USDA on Thursday making it the closest detection to the U.S. to date. Brad Kooima with Kooima Kooima Varilek says that is pressuring cattle futures.
Despite record-low herd levels and climbing prices, the 2026 grilling season kicks off with beef outpacing chicken and pork in the meat case.
From enhanced digestive enzymes in Bimeda’s BOVitalize Plus to a 200-day drylot label for Zoetis’ Synovex One Grower, this week’s livestock news highlights a surge in production efficiency tools. Ritchie Industries names Chad Huyser as CEO, while Nofence joins forces with Trust in Food to bring virtual fencing data to more U.S. producers.
With more than 2,000 active cases in Mexico and new detections just miles from the Rio Grande, USDA officials stress preparedness starts with awareness.
Ditch the generic “shot list.” Leading veterinarians explain why a written, herd-specific plan is the only way to maximize herd resiliency.
The new 52,000-square-foot facility in Kerrville, Texas, is dedicated to genomics and advanced pest control technologies to protect American livestock from invasive threats.