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Ranchers considering restocking options should think profitability first and foremost before writing a check.

Having adequate supplies of hay available is critical as producers make plans for winter management.

Animal rights organization partners with fringe farm group.

Meanwhile, placements in feedlots during July totaled 1.92 million, 10 percent below 2011.

Drought conditions continue to overshadow cattle prices as producers struggle to maintain herds, with many forced to sell off cows and calves.

Take advantage of strong cattle prices by implementing a market plan now to stay ahead of drought-forced sell-offs and the fall run.

Producers looking for a simpler route to heterosis often opt to use a composite bull, but composites may trade predictability for simplicity.

Currently, cattle movement is limited to shuffling to new pastures, with no major herd sell-offs occurring yet.

Dry conditions continue to challenge farmers and their ability to keep forages growing and productive.

The association commended the passage of the legislation.