Beef - General
While U.S. pork and beef exports have achieved impressive volumes in 2021, port congestion and other shipping obstacles continue to frustrate exporters.
Longtime Kansas State University animal science professor and renowned beef cattle judge Richard “Miles” McKee, 91, passed away on Monday August 30, 2021, in Manhattan, Kansas.
For Texas livestock owners, the registration of brands, earmarks, tattoos and other forms of animal identification expire every ten years at the end of August.
Ongoing tensions between Australia and China have opened the door for increased shipments of beef and other commodities to China.
There are some people that without, the cattle feeding industry just wouldn’t be the same. Bob Smith, DVM, is one, and has been named Certified Angus Beef’s 2021 Feeding Quality Forum Industry Achievement Award Winner.
Cheyenne McEndaffer, USMEF director of export services, explains that sustainability is an issue of growing importance to international customers of U.S. red meat and other key global audiences.
U.S. food companies respond to consumer desires for green initiatives.
In order to reduce the incidence of injection site lesions, injectable products should be administered subcutaneous (SQ)if the label allows.
California’s 2021 fire season has already consumed more than 1.57 million acres. Accurate and effective communication about the causes, drivers and means of fighting these fires has become necessary.
This year’s Production Animal Consultation Summit for aims to bring together leaders from all segments of the beef industry to engage with local, state and national leaders to understand issues and opportunities.
NEOGEN provides the most comprehensive range of solutions and services at every step of the food chain.
Texas livestock owners must now post signs to get legal protection under the state’s Texas Farm Animal Liability Act .
37 years of dedicated service to the cattle industry fuel this award winner
It’s no wonder Michael Smith wasn’t comfortable with pursuing a career in agriculture when he started college at Lincoln University in Jefferson City, Mo.
The 10th Circuit rejected the law in a 2-1 decision.
Gaspar Martinez has worked at Harris Feeding Company for 48 years and was honored for his dedication at the Cattle Feeders Hall of Fame with the Distinguished Service Award in August.
Ruminant animals like cattle contribute to the maintenance of healthy soils and grasslands, and proper grazing management can reduce the industry’s carbon emissions and overall footprint.
Ten students pursuing careers in the beef industry were awarded $1,500 scholarships for the next school year by the National Cattlemen’s Foundation (NCF) and recognized during the 2021 Cattle Industry Convention.
The sideways trade in the fed cattle market continues as the weekly average price last week is yet again $123/cwt. This marks the 10th week in a row with live fed steer values averaging between $120/cwt. and $125/cwt.
Since a late July outbreak of the COVID-19 Delta variant in Nanjing, the Chinese government has imposed strict countermeasures in affected areas in an effort to contain the virus.
Just as American steakhouses are recovering from the first wave of COVID shutdowns, the Delta variant threatens to diminish the appetite for a sector seen as a barometer for full U.S. economic recovery.
Kubota ag and hay product specialists and a panel of forage and animal health experts will present a virtual session aimed to help producers develop strategies that will improve returns for livestock operations.
The fact that trace minerals are needed is well established, however there is still much discussion around the exact levels required and how chemical form can influence these levels.
The Iowa Governor’s Charity Steer Show reached new heights, raising $375,265.92 with all proceeds benefiting the Ronald McDonald House Charities of Iowa, with houses in Des Moines, Iowa City and Sioux City.
One year after wildfires ravaged Dave Daley’s herd, the California rancher is on a mission to save his family’s ranch legacy. But as his area is still scattered with scars, searching for solutions and calls for change.
On Thursday, NCBA announced a plan to address beef sustainability and solidify their commitment to environmental, economic and social sustainability for the U.S. Cattle Industry.
The U.S. agriculture community tends to be proud of our role in providing families around the world with safe, affordable and nutritious food. And we have reason to be. However, not everyone shares that same sentiment.
CattleFax says beef prices are near record high, while consumer and wholesale beef demand hit 30-year highs. While drought remains a concern, strong demand combined with higher prices are signaling an optimistic future
Beef producers are encouraged to shift from being reactive to proactive by Iowa State animal science leader and host of DocTalk during the Beef improvement Federation symposium.