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Total beef production is down a scant 0.7 percent so far this year and may end the year equal to year ago levels. Despite this, wholesale and retail beef prices are higher thus far in 2024.

Economic and financial risks on the ranch go hand in hand with other risks facing the operation. Producers need to ask the questions to make sure they are adapting to present needs.

Feeding free-choice hay with a concentrate supplement has the potential to add gain to growing calves without large investment in additional equipment.

Needle size matters when using hormones during synchronization protocols for breeding cattle.

Have you wanted to have more calves born earlier in your calving season, but didn’t want to deal with the increase in labor, cost and facilities to utilize estrus synchronization and artificial insemination?

Cattle producers can maximize the productivity of their farm ground while improving soil health by grazing cover crops.

With USDA’s new animal disease traceability rule going into affect in November, APHIS addresses producer questions and concerns.