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Beef producers and stakeholders confirm their optimism in 2025, but they are quick to admit the threats and challenges facing the industry’s continued profitability.

Scott Varilek with Kooima Kooima Varilek says cattle futures have seen a choppy week but are higher to start Friday after some better than expected cash trade.

Microbial crude protein makes up a major share of the cow’s metabolizable protein. But predictions aren’t perfect, so what’s the best way to put research into practice on your ranch?

If the sound of chirping crickets is driving you crazy, don’t worry. You are not alone. Here’s why some areas of the country are seeing more cricket swarms this year.

Rabobank expects the Jan. 1, 2026, beef cow inventory to be 28 million head — up 200,000 head from the prior year. A second increase of less than 500,000 head is likely over the following year.

Katey Johnson’s combination of experiences as someone who grew up outside of the industry and who advocates online gives her first-hand knowledge to the true questions and concerns posed by today’s beef consumers.

USDA is partnering with the cattle industry to keep NWS out of the U.S., especially the states along the southern border. They are stepping up their fight and are on high alert.

Hay production may no longer be the most efficient or profitable use of your time and resources. A Missouri forage specialist encourages producers, especially those with fewer than 400 cows, to critically consider why they grow their own hay.

Newly released reports highlight increased funding and key trends in animal activist community. Here’s what farm workers, ranchers and producers need to know.