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The positive basis created by weaker futures prices enticed hedged feeders to accept lower bids early in week. Friday’s cattle on feed report further confirms a shrinking supply and will lend price support.

Former President Donald Trump placed tariffs on more than $300 billion in Chinese goods during his presidency, raising costs for American companies, according to the ITC.

The sources of stress and uncertainty for the season ahead are plentiful. When uncertainty is plentiful, so is decision paralysis. To play offense and face the biggest risks to your farm, use this decision framework.

A defined breeding season is important to permit meaningful record keeping, timely management and profit potential.

Oklahoma State University meat scientist Gretchen Mafi has studied the scientific differences between beef that comes from animals finished on a grain diet versus those animals finished on grass.

The House last week has already passed its WOTUS rule resolution and it’s up for a Senate vote. The White House has pledged a veto of the measure, should it reach President Joe Biden’s desk.

U.S. Meat Export Federation leaders share the importance of supporting fellow producers and other key partners and release impact numbers of red meat exports on corn and soybean values in the U.S.

Recurring drought calls for forage producers to get back to the basics of farming and prepare for the inevitable – there’s going to be drought.

Composite breeds like Lim-Flex provide hybrid vigor in a straightbred system.

Electrolytes can serve as a needed boost for a scouring calf. Here’s a look at what’s in electrolyte products, how much electrolytes should be given and a few ways and tips on how to give electrolytes to a calf.