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As we head into the holidays, it’s time to give thanks and appreciate all the blessings we have received. But this year has been full of mixed blessings.
Congress voted on a $19.8 billion 2012 agricultural spending bill that includes language blocking USDA from implementing the rule.
Discuss vaccine choices with your herd veterinarian to help ensure complete protection.
Those with adequate wheat pasture in late November and early December can use it as a supplement for pregnant replacement heifers.
Scholarships are available for students pursuing careers in the beef industry.
There are indications that the worst of the 2011 drought-forced movements of cattle may be slowing down.
Gain testing is most economical between weaning and 10 to 12 months of age
If you have a $1.20 fed steer and a $1.20 cost of gain, how much can you even afford to pay for the calf?
This winter may bring cattle producers even more challenges in terms of weather and keeping winter feed costs in check.
This winter may bring cattle producers even more challenges in terms of weather and keeping winter feed costs in check.
Lower beef production likely will keep calf prices high through at least 2015.
Many animals have been traveling to be shown in state and county fairs, and they may bring home more than ribbons.
Hay loss and feed waste are inevitable components of most beef production systems.
If Mother Nature cooperates in 2012, cow-calf operations will post their highest nominal return over cash production costs ever.
Young bulls are especially difficult to manage because they have duty on their mind 24/7.
The cattle market turned lower this morning due in part to a false rumor.
Cattle feeders are going to use more corn than previously expected according to USDA’s latest Cattle on Feed report.
Today’s conversations about sustainability are well founded, but some of the proposed solutions are not.
Researchers found that using a cone-style feeder or modified cone feeder with a sheeted bottom reduced hay waste.
As hay prices continue to rise, many Midwest cattle producers are searching for cheaper alternatives to winter feeding.
Cattle and sheep are more susceptible to prussic acid poisoning than swine.
Free trade agreements with South Korea, Panama and Colombia are expected to increase U.S. ag exports by nearly $2.5 billion.
From floods to droughts, 2011’s weather extremes can create unexpected health problems in your cattle herd.
With the prices we expect to charge when the cycle tops, we’ll need all the value we can get.
For producers to capture the most value from their calf crop, they need to follow a carefully planned marketing strategy
We can test, but testing may not be the most effective way to protect consumers.
As we begin to vaccinate calves, do not forget to vaccinate adult cattle.
Careful management early in a drought minimizes long-term stand damage.
A study finds the U.S. and India are the only two major beef exporters that do not already have mandatory traceability systems.