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Producers can be forgiven if they seem to be experiencing a case of déjà vu, as feeder and fed cattle prices are currently at about the same levels as in late 2013 after a 26-month rollercoaster ride in the markets.

The body condition score of a cow and the herd overall is the best indicator of past nutritional status or success of the overall nutritional program, and the best indicator of near-term nutritional needs.

Cornstalk residue utilization is a great way for producers to integrate crops and livestock.

Cattle make fewer trips to the feedbunk during muddy conditions which results in lower feed intake.

Have we forgotten the need for breeding systems and the benefits that a good breeding system will bring?

Student’s questions reflect consumer concerns over beef production systems.

Student’s questions reflect consumer concerns over beef production systems.

Student’s questions reflect consumer concerns over beef production systems.

As bull-sale season begins, NCBA webinar focuses on genetic selection, highlighting an old tool; crossbreeding, and a newer tool; genomic testing.

With spring bull sales in full swing, cow calf operators are assessing their bull batteries and making needed purchases.