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The new $B model was approved by the American Angus Association Board of Directors for implementation in June 2019, following a year-long intensive research study. Here’s some of the changes.

Now we have another good excuse to cull cows due to bad temperament. Producers that routinely breed cows artificially realize that cows that are unruly and nervous are less likely to conceive by AI.

After a long winter, don’t think the spring and summer will be without challenges of their own. Here’s six impact areas you need to be ready for, as they might affect your profitability this year.

Ranchers place a high priority on heifer pregnancy rates, while also understanding that, at some level, high development costs can cancel out the economic advantage of a small increase in pregnancy.

Selecting cattle for mild temperament can pay off in a number of ways. In addition to handler safety, more docile cattle might provide an advantage in reproduction.

Reproduction strategies, some simple and some more advanced, can economically boost calving rates.

Central Valley Meat Holding Company will acquire Harris Ranch Beef Holding Company to comprise the country’s 7th largest beef packer and processing company in the U.S. Financial terms of the transaction were not disclosed.

Flooding in eastern Nebraska and western Iowa continues to impact cattlemen, right in the middle of calving season. Additional moisture this week, will aggravate the situation even more, meteorologists say.

A focused, high-quality cattle nutrition program can help improve breeding results and boost your bottom line.

James Herring’s innovation and commitment to improving the quality of beef throughout the industry helped build an industry giant.