Beef Genetics
Jan Lyons’ journey in the beef industry is a testament to strategic leadership, family commitment and innovative thinking.
Texas Tech’s Jennifer Koziol shares a comprehensive overview of strategic heifer development — focusing on selection, health, nutrition and breeding strategies.
Information about Angus’ new recognition program, Red Angus collaborates with Breedr and applications open for W.D. Farr Scholarship.
Reviewing the successes and challenges of the first-of-its-kind grid premiums based on genetic merit data.
Cow herd expansion is not the only option to consider when the markets are strong and producers have profit to invest.
Dr. Taylor Engle of Four Star Veterinary Services shares how producers can improve calf health outcomes by rethinking everything from pre-birth to bunk.
According to Kansas cow-calf producer and feeder, Sam Hands and his daughter, Marisa, genetic selection and data management are crucial to managing the antagonisms in today’s beef industry.
Animal geneticist says genomics can assist commercial producers in the selection of bulls and replacement heifers.
University of Kentucky livestock specialist says cow herd expansion is not the only way to capitalize on a strong calf market.
Nick Jorgensen breaks down how genomics testing helps cattle producers select better heifers, manage risk, reduce bull failures and sort feeders before they leave the ranch.
Consumers want transparency about how beef is raised. They care about the eating experience, nutrition and animal welfare, and they are increasingly interested in online shopping and diverse protein options.
Technology, genetics and market signals must align to drive meaningful improvements in beef production. Meat scientist Dale Woerner says the industry needs to move from simply measuring weight to understanding the true composition and efficiency of cattle.
Increasing carcass size, global methane research and beef on dairy were some of the key topics discussed during the 2025 BIF Symposium.
BIF recognizes Hammack, Paschal, Sanders, Shafer, Steffen and Taylor for their contributions to beef cattle improvement.
2025 BIF Seedstock Producer of the Year, River Creek Farms, uses cutting-edge genetic and reproductive technologies to improve predictability, reduce risk and accelerate genetic progress within their Simmental-based herd.
An industry leading opportunity giving Hereford youth real-world experience feeding cattle and understanding carcass data.
Price Ranch was named BIF Commercial Producer of the Year during the BIF Symposium on June 11 in Amarillo, Texas.
Rosebrook Farms has been genomic testing since 2013. As a commercial cow-calf operation, the Rosebrooks have found value in using genomic data to select superior replacement heifers for their herd.
Angus Genetics Inc. white paper looks at the future expansion of data collection into the commercial sector.
The Odde family finds success focusing on producing the next generation of a profitable cow herd while educating and raising the next generation of beef producers.
CattleFax recently shared the results of its 2024 cow-calf survey representing more than 350,000 cows.
It is estimated that cattle suffering from fescue toxicosis and heat stress alone cost the beef industry more than a billion dollars a year. University of Missouri demonstrates hair shedding is an economic relevant trait beyond the Southern U.S.
Information about Hereford Feedout Program, LMA Auctioneering Scholarship and Toxic Plants and Livestock Health Webinars.
Strategies for evaluating herd performance following calving.
Cattle producers have been successful applying selection pressure to maintain calving ease while improving the additive genetic merit for weaning and yearling weight performance.
Researcher uses pig and bovine reproduction to understand male fertility challenges.
As fall-calving herds get ready to preg check and spring calving wraps up, many producers will be faced with deciding what to do with opens. Consider these tips when deciding which option is best for your herd.
Beef producers have a significant influence on meat quality through breeding choices and nutrition management.
Annual Symposium will focus on beef industry profitability: conflicting market signals and profit drivers in the beef value chain.