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Several companies push for labeling of lean, finely textured beef products to help educate concerned consumers.
Beef prices are strong, but rising costs and consumer confidence are concerns.
More than 1.113 million cattle were shipped out of Texas last year because of the historic drought.
The social media-driven frenzy that caused supermarket chains and fast-food purveyors to quit using so-called pink slime beef additives most likely will drive up hamburger prices further, cattle traders and a supermarket spokeswoman said.
Beef Products Inc., the maker of lean finely textured beef, is closing three plants following media firestorm over the product.
Cattle group disappointed in U.S. Trade Representative decision to appeal the World Trade Organization ruling on COOL.
They want to set the record straight about lean finely textured beef and tour a BPI plant.
Cattle and calves on feed for slaughter market totaled 11.7 million head on March 1, 2012.
Demand for the Certified Angus Beef brand surged higher in 2011.
Meat demand stays high despite downward consumption trend.
In response to requests from school districts, the USDA will offer more ground beef product choices to schools.
The proposal should assist in beef trade negotiations by bringing BSE import standards in line with international rules.
Cattle producers should expect to pay more for pastures, as most regions are estimating increases.
A group of 31 United States senators sent a letter to government agencies urging a finalization of a comprehensive rule for BSE.
Ken Olson of South Dakota State University shares tips for managing the growing trend of heavier cows.
The fund is an initial step in restoring the confidence of market users following the failure of MF Global.
Cow pies also serve another important purpose, they’re an indicator of bovine health and hay quality.
The Federation of State Beef Councils discussed key organizational structure and elects officers.
As cattle supplies remain tight and global demand intensifies, profitability for cattle ranchers will continue in the year ahead.
The Masonic Village has partnered with federal and state agencies and private ag organizations to manage natural resources.
USDA’s Cattle report indicates that some beef cattle expansion has begun as beef heifer retention increased a modest 1%.
Most analysts expect the nation’s cattle herd to be 1.5% lower compared to year ago.
This is the lowest January 1 inventory of all cattle and calves since the 88.1 million on hand in 1952.
Value-added management strategies do work in the right environments to bring in more dollars.
Since January of 2010 the cattle business has experienced both extreme growth and volatility.
What is your plan to meet the late gestation nutritional needs of the beef cow herd?
The easiest and most practical method of inhibiting nighttime calving is feeding expectant mothers at night.
Cattle producers are being asked to provide their input to the 2011-2012 National Beef Quality Audit by taking a short survey
Higher replacement female prices will become more common as demand for quality replacement females increases.