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NDSU researchers study several beef cattle topics in 2014.

Far too often beef producers relate to the Beef Quality Assurance (BQA) program as if it only matters to beef producers. In reality, this program is about consumers and consumer confidence in our beef products.

The traditional stereotype for cattle with high Brahman influence has been that the meat is too tough. But with improved genetics, that seems to be changing.

Delivering a quality beef product to the consumer requires more than just superior genetics – trustworthy handling practices are the link that assures consumer satisfaction.

A nonprofit group that supports small and family farms in Kansas is trying to build support for a meat processing facility and food hub project in the eastern part of the state.

Study indicates that each dollar invested in the Beef Checkoff Program between 2006 and 2013 returned about $11.20 to the beef industry.

President Pete Bonds today made the following statement after the Texas Department of Agriculture (TDA) announced the results of the Texas Beef Checkoff referendum.

Texas ranchers have voted to establish a state-level program to promote and market beef in the nation’s leading cattle-producing state.

A $1 increase is being voted on for the Texas Beef Checkoff from June 2-6, at local Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service county offices.

Call it a facelift, a refresh or a redesign. Whatever its name, the checkoff-funded BeefResearch.org has a new look and improved functionality, including housing the Beef Issues Quarterly e-newsletter.