Beef - General
Updates included current selection and management trends in dairy and beef populations.
These recommendations put some of the most vulnerable at risk for nutrient gaps, especially older Americans, adolescent girls, and women of child-bearing age.
John R. Tyson, Tyson Foods Inc.'s heir, pled guilty to drunken driving and other charges after his arrest in June.
Feeding free-choice hay with a concentrate supplement has the potential to add gain to growing calves without large investment in additional equipment.
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.
Five reasons why you should attend the 2025 Top Producer Summit.
Kennedy Cattle Company triples feedlot size to take advantage of strong cattle prices. Manages margins by growing more of its own feed.
A second suspect has been arrested in connection with the theft of a tractor-trailer containing approximately $100,000 worth of poultry products
Higher prices means the business now carries more value-at-risk than ever. Producers are encouraged to be increasingly proactive in pursuing measures to ensure that equity remains protected.
Florida, Alabama, Iowa, Ohio, Michigan and Nebraska have all made news headlines this year in regards to cultivated meat legislation.
Parts of the Texas Panhandle, Kansas and Nebraska could get some rain as early as this weekend. Other parts of the Midwest might have some moisture relief as well by early next week.
Beef packers saw profits increase $26 per head to a total loss of $86 per head. That puts the packer/feeder margin spread at $289 per head in favor of the feeder. Meanwhile, pork packers saw average profits of $25 per head, up $2.68 from the previous week.
Researchers explore interactive effects of guy microbiomes, fatty acids and muscle to promote better health.
Who should attend? If any of these four challenges sound familiar, The DIRTT Project aims to help you and provide clarity.
The one-day event will feature expert speakers, panels, and discussions that address critical topics in the beef industry.
This year’s undergraduate population reflects the major’s national reach, with 530 in-state students and 526 out-of-state.
The market took a normal seasonal downturn into September following the Labor Day weekend pushing the question of demand and the opportunity for seasonal strength in the fourth quarter to the forefront.
Gen Z’s challenges aren’t just academic; they’re personal, says Jill Bramble, president and CEO of 4-H. Many young people say they are falling short, unable to envision a successful future where they feel connected to their friends, families, and communities.
U.S. Meat Export Federation announces new records for volume and value for pork exports will be achieved in 2024. While not as strong, beef exports are holding their own, led by Mexico purchases.
August numbers reveal exports of U.S. pork increased year-over-year and U.S. beef exports were below year-ago levels, according to USDA data.
John Nalivka of Sterling Marketing shares his weekly Beef and Pork Profit Trackers, giving us a deeper look at what’s going on in the markets.
Auction prices for hay equipment and midsize loader tractors are breaking records.
“This ceremony marks the completion of our cutting-edge facility and a time to celebrate the significance of how Oklahoma State University Agriculture is advancing the land-grant mission of teaching, research and Extension,” says Jayson Lusk, vice president and dean of OSU Agriculture.
Data shows urgent need for tax relief to protect family-owned cattle operations.
Agriculture is a stressful occupation, and farmers struggle with anxiety and depression at higher levels than the general population.
The capability to store manure reduces or eliminates the need to spread manure daily. Manure storage facilities allow small farms to store the manure until it can be removed and utilized later.
There are challenges, no doubt, but 59% of producers plan to add a family member to their operation and 51% indicate they will increase their herd size in the next five years.
The end of the strike is terrific news for U.S. livestock producers and exporters who ship more than $100 million of U.S. pork and beef through those ports each week, says U.S. Meat Export Federation president and CEO Dan Halstrom.
Negotiated cash cattle increased an average of $2.20 per cwt. the week ending Sept. 28. Farrow-to-finish hog producers found positive margins of $8.55 per head last week, down $1.75 from the previous week.