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Sidwells Receive New Mexico Leopold Conservation Award
Sidwells Receive New Mexico Leopold Conservation Award

Over the course of 20 years, the Sidwells transformed an arid landscape at JX Ranch that was over-grazed and over-run by invasive species.

Apply Today to Become Beef Spokesperson
Apply Today to Become Beef Spokesperson

The Beef Checkoff-funded Trailblazers program is seeking applications for its next class of beef advocates.

Wyoming Lawmaker Proposes All-You-Can-Kill Elk Permits for Ranchers
Wyoming Lawmaker Proposes All-You-Can-Kill Elk Permits for Ranchers

A Wyoming legislator proposed issuing an unlimited number of elk permits to ranchers in an effort to reduce the overpopulation of elk in eastern Wyoming.

Nevada Ranchers Sue BLM Over Wild Horses
Nevada Ranchers Sue BLM Over Wild Horses

The federal government has not lived up to its promises regarding wild horse control in Nevada, according to a lawsuit filed by two ranches.

How to Advocate for Our Industry
How to Advocate for Our Industry

Our business plan should include helping consumers (the other 98%) understand beef production and advocating for our industry.

Father, Son Die in Northwest Iowa Farm Shooting
Father, Son Die in Northwest Iowa Farm Shooting

Authorities first became aware of the incident when a man called 911 reporting his son was shooting at him. Dispatchers also received a call that livestock were running loose and there was a fire on the property.

2024 Cattle Feeders Hall of Fame Honorees Announced
2024 Cattle Feeders Hall of Fame Honorees Announced

Cattle Feeders Hall of Fame 2024 inductees and industry award winners will be honored on Feb. 1 at the 15th annual banquet, held during CattleCon24 in Orlando, Florida.

New Funding Aims To Fuel Growth In U.S. Meat Markets Worldwide
New Funding Aims To Fuel Growth In U.S. Meat Markets Worldwide

The USDA recently announced it will make funds available through the Commodity Credit Corporation, aiming to expand opportunities for U.S. ag products in international markets, USMEF reports.

Winter Wheat Grazing Hopes Revived
Winter Wheat Grazing Hopes Revived

The latest Crop Progress report shows that 71 percent of Oklahoma wheat is planted, two percent more than last year but less than the 75 percent 5-year average.

Hereford Names Inductees to Hall of Fame
Hereford Names Inductees to Hall of Fame

New members of the American Herford Association's Hall of Fame were announced during the organization's annual meeting and conference in Kansas City.

The Best Halloween Costumes Tie Back to the Farm
The Best Halloween Costumes Tie Back to the Farm

Maybe it’s because I’m a farm kid at heart, but I think the best Halloween costume ideas come straight from the farm. And I'm not the only one on our team here at Farm Journal who feels that way.

Winter Management Strategies of Herd Bulls
Winter Management Strategies of Herd Bulls

Bulls are often a part of the cow herd that slips through the cracks during the winter months as breeding seasons end. Bull management strategies can impact a bull’s performance in the upcoming breeding season.

Why We Need to Reinvent Veterinary Care Now
Why We Need to Reinvent Veterinary Care Now

What does veterinary care look like in the 21st Century? That question drove hours of conversation during the 21st Century Animal Health Symposium at the University of Illinois.

The Ag Economy Is Healthy, And That's One Reason Economists Think It Could Be 2025 Before We See A New Farm Bill
The Ag Economy Is Healthy, And That's One Reason Economists Think It Could Be 2025 Before We See A New Farm Bill

Political unrest, a healthy ag economy and the start of an election year. These are all reasons economists in the October Ag Economists' Monthly Monitor think it could 2025 before Congress passes a new farm bill.

Circle B LLC Named Hereford Commercial Producer of the Year
Circle B LLC Named Hereford Commercial Producer of the Year

Circle B is an eastern Montana commercial operation that breeds 1,600 Angus cows to Hereford bulls to produce uniform, high-performing baldy calves.

 K-State is Now On a Mission to Estimate the Potential Economic Losses From Possible Foreign Animal Diseases
K-State is Now On a Mission to Estimate the Potential Economic Losses From Possible Foreign Animal Diseases

A team at K-State has been chosen by the World Organisation of Animal Health to lead an international effort that will develop decision-making tools and improve communication on the economic impacts of animal diseases.

Mastering Cattle Handling Facility Design
Mastering Cattle Handling Facility Design

This week’s podcast episode discusses the importance of investing in good working facilities and designing them correctly the first time.

Panel Shares On-Farm Innovation Ideas
Panel Shares On-Farm Innovation Ideas

On-farm innovation was the topic for a panel discussion during the young producer symposium during the 2023 Beef Improvement Federation Symposium in July.

U.S. Feed Your Future Virtual Career Fairs Fill Critical Workforce Needs  
U.S. Feed Your Future Virtual Career Fairs Fill Critical Workforce Needs  

Filling essential roles in the agriculture and food workforce is a top focus for employers. AgCareers.com is continuing Feed Your Future virtual career fairs to connect agriculture and food employers and job seekers.

Range Beef Cow Symposium This Week in Colorado
Range Beef Cow Symposium This Week in Colorado

The 28th Range Beef Cow Symposium will be held at The Ranch in Loveland, Colorado, Dec. 13 &14.

Profit Tracker: Feed Costs Decline, Margins Improve
Profit Tracker: Feed Costs Decline, Margins Improve

Cattle feeding margins saw a $30 per head improvement with higher cash prices and lower feed costs. Pork producer margins decline as prices soften.

2024 Environmental Stewardship Award Program Nominations Now Open
2024 Environmental Stewardship Award Program Nominations Now Open

Established in 1991, the Environmental Stewardship Award Program (ESAP) annually recognizes outstanding stewardship practices and conservation achievements of cattle producers across the nation.

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Sexten: Is Genetic Testing a Superpower?

Rather than wondering how long this market will last or when will it turn south, let’s consider opportunities to capitalize today and be prepared for tougher times when they come.

CAB Insider: Sales Third Best in 45-Year History
CAB Insider: Sales Third Best in 45-Year History

Shifting market dynamics are most succinctly summarized through two factors, fewer cattle and higher prices, that will further entrench themselves in near term trends.

Angus Genetics, Inc. Releases Functional Longevity Research EPD
Angus Genetics, Inc. Releases Functional Longevity Research EPD

Now available in a research EPD format, functional longevity (FL) evaluates how long Angus cows stay in the herd and how many calves they produce.

EPDs Can Move Your Breeding Program Forward Faster
EPDs Can Move Your Breeding Program Forward Faster

American Wagyu director of research, education and programs Hanna Ostrovski says when used correctly EPDs can help seedstock breeders make positive genetic improvement.

Ten Activities that Improve Profitability of Your Cowherd
Ten Activities that Improve Profitability of Your Cowherd

Profitability of the cow-calf enterprise is controlled by a web of production and economic factors but is rarely associated with maximized weaning weight.

Agar, Breeding will Lead American Hereford Association
Agar, Breeding will Lead American Hereford Association

Wyatt Agar, Thermopolis, Wyo., was selected American Hereford Association president and Chad Breeding, Miami, Texas, was selected to serve as vice president.

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Money Saved Through Cost Effective Feeding -Part 2

Evaluating money saved when purchasing feed on cost per unit of protein and energy basis.

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Peel: Ensuring High Cattle Prices for Longer

Despite ever smaller feeder cattle supplies, feedlot inventories have temporarily halted the slow decline of the last year with the September surge in placements.

Mackey: Packers Seeking Inventory Pushes Market Higher
Mackey: Packers Seeking Inventory Pushes Market Higher

Packers were forced to add to their inventory and pushed prices $2 higher last week. The surprises in the Cattle on Feed report may offer a reason to push prices lower, yet feedyards maintain the upper hand.

Global Meat Industry Focuses on Sustainability and Collaboration at World Meat Congress
Global Meat Industry Focuses on Sustainability and Collaboration at World Meat Congress

The World Meat Congress recently convened in Maastricht, Netherlands, for the first time in five years, with a host of thought leaders and organizations focused on the global meat consumer in attendence.

Cash Cattle Higher in All Regions, COF 1% Higher
Cash Cattle Higher in All Regions, COF 1% Higher

Cattle feeders saw $1 to $2 gains in all regions during the week, but a struggling futures market and an unfriendly placement number in Friday's Cattle on Feed report may drag on cash prices in the short-term.

You Are What You Eat: Focus Shifts to Animal Diets
You Are What You Eat: Focus Shifts to Animal Diets

According to results of a recent survey funded by the United Soybean Board, the old saying, “You are what you eat,” is not only about consumers. It's about what animals eat, too.

High Interest Rates Are Already Impacting Farmers, And It's Coming at the Expense of Ag Loans
High Interest Rates Are Already Impacting Farmers, And It's Coming at the Expense of Ag Loans

Farmers are opting to tap into their savings from recent prosperous years instead of taking out loans at the highest interest rates since 2007, according to surveys conducted by regional Federal Reserve banks.

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Money On The Table: Top 9 Factors That Influence Cattle Price on Sale Day

For cow-calf producers, fall is often a time for preconditioning, weaning and marketing calves. While prices will likely be towards the top end this year, could you still be leaving money on the table?

Money Saved Through Cost Effective Feeding -Part 1
Money Saved Through Cost Effective Feeding -Part 1

In any nutritional program it is imperative to determine the objective of why we are feeding or supplementing. After defining our goal, we can minimize input costs and maximize our profit potential.

U.S. CattleTrace Symposium To Bring Unique Opportunity
U.S. CattleTrace Symposium To Bring Unique Opportunity

The 2023 U.S. CattleTrace Symposium, to be held November 14-15 at the American Royal Center in Kansas City, MO., will explore innovative solutions for rapid response during animal disease events.

Genetic Merit Pricing Task Force Begins Work to Accelerate Use of Genetic Information for Feeder Cattle
Genetic Merit Pricing Task Force Begins Work to Accelerate Use of Genetic Information for Feeder Cattle

A coalition of 32 producers from across the industry will begin work to help accelerate the use of genetic information in feeder cattle marketing.

Slow Herd Rebuilding, Expectations of Cattle On Feed Lower
Slow Herd Rebuilding, Expectations of Cattle On Feed Lower

With cattle prices strong, serious inventory issues continue as the USDA is set to release the newest cattle on feed report on Oct. 20. Here's what experts are saying about the upcoming report and herd expansion.

Certified Angus Beef Celebrates 45th Year with Strong Sales
Certified Angus Beef Celebrates 45th Year with Strong Sales

More than 1.2 billion pounds sold, the third highest sales year for the brand.

In Their Own Words:  Animal Activists Speak Out at 2023 Conferences
In Their Own Words: Animal Activists Speak Out at 2023 Conferences

“We most abolish animal ag to prevent the next pandemic.” While animal rights supporters make up a small percentage, they are loud and can mislead consumers with messages like this. Here's the 2023 activist roundup.

Profit Tracker: Margins Improve Slightly
Profit Tracker: Margins Improve Slightly

Cattle feeding margins improved modestly last week after cash bids rallied nearly $2 higher. Pork producer margins remain in red.

Protect Your Bottom Line: The Hidden Costs of Neglecting Parasite Control
Protect Your Bottom Line: The Hidden Costs of Neglecting Parasite Control

Small things make a big impact, but in the instance of parasites that impact isn’t a good one from a herd health or economic standpoint.

Mississippi Hunter and Florida Trapper Survive Wild Pig Attacks
Mississippi Hunter and Florida Trapper Survive Wild Pig Attacks

“The public doesn’t realize what these animals are capable of,” says wildlife trapper James Dean. “Unfortunately, you’re going to see more and more reports of people getting hurt in wild pig encounters.”

Michigan Angus Family Earns Ambassador Award
Michigan Angus Family Earns Ambassador Award

Seldom Rest Farms opens its gates to build bonds with Certified Angus Beef partners.

Biggs: Open or Not?
Biggs: Open or Not?

Three primary methods of pregnancy checking cows are available for beef producers. Those who choose not to evaluate pregnancy status are leaving money of the table.

Noble Research Institute Awarded Conservation Grant to Improve Health and Resilience of Southern Great Plains Grasslands
Noble Research Institute Awarded Conservation Grant to Improve Health and Resilience of Southern Great Plains Grasslands

Noble received one of six grants from the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation to improve soil health, support biodiversity and increase carbon sequestration.

Preconditioning Calves: Is It the Right Choice?
Preconditioning Calves: Is It the Right Choice?

Preconditioning has benefits for those looking to sell their calves and to those retaining ownership. Though it is not a “one size fits all” for operations. The benefits need to be considered along with practicality.

New Price-fixing Suit Aimed at Big 4 Beef Packers
New Price-fixing Suit Aimed at Big 4 Beef Packers

Price-fixing allegations were again levied against America's largest beef packing companies, this time by a group of small distributors.