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Today’s livestock headlines and expert perspectives serving cattle producers, processors, nutritionists and the greater livestock industry.
From the creation of the Beef Center of Excellence to improvements at the Oklahoma State University Swine Research and Education Center, OSU is serious about moving the needle in programs impacting animal health.
Hy Plains Feedyard has worked with experts to improve beef-on-dairy calves’ carcass quality through genetic selection.
Oklahoma State’s Mark Johnson explains hybrid vigor is the result of GCV.
Brett Spader shares how data, technology and transparency are reshaping breed organizations and delivering real value to members.
Outstanding producers from California, Kansas, Ohio, Oregon and Wisconsin will be recognized for excellence, leadership and innovation.
A career of dedication to science, industry service and empowering young producers.
The reliance of the U.S. on China for its vitamins has created a dependency that poses a significant threat to U.S. food security, the agricultural community, and public health, lawmakers pointed out to President Trump.
Providing proper winter shelter and quality nutrition ensures cattle health, safety and productivity during cold months.
Farmers need to be prepared to pay substantially more for their coverage in 2026, unless Congress acts now to address the impending price surge.
Peel says the best thing politicians can do to help cattle and beef markets is to shut up and let the markets work.
Facing a tidal wave of misinformation from non-experts, producers and veterinarians are stepping up as social media advocates to bridge the gap between consumer curiosity and the realities of livestock production. Learn how industry professionals are building trust and public understanding one post at a time.
Swift Beef Co. plans to close its case-ready facility in Riverside, Calif., effective Feb. 2.
UNL Extension specialists explain four reasons for reproductive failure.
K-State’s Warner says cold stress increases cow’s energy needs.
Rather than hunting for a villain, the industry would be better served focusing on five tangible areas.
Establishments using a U.S.-origin claim on FSIS-regulated products will need to provide access to documentation demonstrating how the product meets regulatory criteria. FSIS also updated guidelines for label approval.
Founder of Pioneer Accounting shares strategies to help ranchers simplify tax season.
Prevention, detection and long-term control of these diseases are key to avoiding a $300-billion impact.
This invasive species, never before reported in North America, has been confirmed in multiple Texas counties and is already causing significant damage to pasture acreage.
Experts say, when making culling decisions, remember to look at calf weaning weight in comparison to cow size.
Oklahoma State’s Mark Johnson explains replacement heifer selection strategies based on genetic potential.
Nathan Isler shares his journey through grief after losing his father, offering insights on the resilience that comes on the other side of loss.
A K-State research team is studying ways to conserve the Ogallala Aquifer by finding value in every drop.
During Monday’s roundtable with farmers, Trump said he’ll cut environmental requirements on tractors and other farm equipment, pushing manufacturers to lower prices and make machines simpler to operate and repair.
Oklahoma State’s Peel reports data indicates little heifer retention while a slow herd rebuilding may be beginning.
Officials say 400-plus beef establishments were not relisted by China back in April.
New modeling research shows ticks survive not through resistance but by exploiting where treated cattle rarely travel.
Permanent, profitable efficiency gains will keep beef on the menu.
K-State veterinarians discuss a ranch with different groups of weaned calves showing signs of coccidiosis at a pivotal time in their lives.
Oklahoma State’s Mark Johnson shares four tips for building better genotypes when selecting replacement heifers.