Beef Genetics

As beef producers, who is our real customer? While there is value in focusing on the person writing the check, it’s also important to keep the whole supply chain in mind, Koester says.
Currently, 94 participants from 22 states are feeding more than 1,400 head of Hereford and Hereford-influenced feeder cattle at HRC Feed Yards, Scott City, Kansas.
OSU Department of Animal and Food Sciences and the Oklahoma Cattlemen’s Association will host a Beef Finishing Field Day on April 27th in conjunction with OCA’s Steer Carcass Challenge.
The American Hereford Association announces an expansion of their popular Hereford Feedout Program to accommodate more producers.
More than 500 bidders from 35 states, Canada and Mexico competed for 772 lots at Gardiner Angus Ranch’s 44th Spring Sale held on Saturday at the ranch near Ashland, Kansas.
Vytelle, a precision livestock company, has raised $20MM in Series B funding to accelerate genetic progress in cattle.
AGA’s Carcass Data Collection Project will provide vital genetic information to re-charge the carcass database and enhance the predictability of current selection tools.
Composite breeds like Lim-Flex provide hybrid vigor in a straightbred system.
The replacements you keep this year may be the most expensive cows in your herd in 5 years. Is her relative birthdate the most important factor to evaluate her merit as a replacement?
Bull shopping season is upon us and in full swing. It’s time to think about the goals of your operation, and which traits need to be improved in your herd to get there faster.
When might cow/calf operations begin the rebuilding process? Lots of variables will ultimately dictate the answer including weather, input prices, and interest rates.
With hay supplies extraordinarily tight and winter still here, both wheat stocker producers and cow-calf producers are looking for forage sources to get by until stockers are sold or grass greens up for grazing.
Composite breeds like Lim-Flex provide hybrid vigor in a straightbred system.
As the idea of rebuilding herds is on the horizon, how producers go about it will drive how high prices go and for how long, says Wes Ishmael.
Kansas State Livestock & Meat Industry Council to recognize the Tom Perrier Family during its 52nd Annual Stockmen’s Dinner on March 2.
Gardiner Angus Ranch hosted its 6th Annual Early Bird Bull sale on Monday with buyers from 22 states and Mexico.
Cows contribute half the genetics and all the colostrum.
The best way to engage with Certified Angus Beef is by raising cattle that qualify for the brand. CAB shares ways producers focused on raising high-quality beef can be more connected with the brand.
Why marbling matters for beef demand, and how it all depends on production management at the ranch.
Precision livestock company, Vytelle, announces Kansas City as their global headquarters.
With the turn of the calendar year, bull sale season hits the ground running across cattle country. Be sure to consider all the options when it comes to attaining a bull.
Genetic improvement can be complicated. Here’s a look at the basics.
Panelists discuss the functional longevity EPD and genetic enhancements.
Capturing Value panelists discuss opportunities to differentiate, niche down and stand out at Angus Convention.
While dairy producers are rapidly embracing the concept of using beef semen to freshen their cows, the resulting crossbred calves are proving both a valuable opportunity and a challenge for the U.S. beef industry.
Crawford Livestock Market, Crawford, Nebraska, was recognized for its significant role in supporting Red Angus producers through tactical marketing and strategic partnerships.
The American Angus Association® concluded its fiscal year with more than 300,000 registrations for the eight consecutive year. AAA counts 22,488 regular and junior memberships combined.
Wagyu enthusiasts attending the 2022 conference of the American Wagyu Association got an in-depth look at consumers and what motivates them from Maggie O’Quinn, new business development manager with Midan Marketing.
Beef producers mitigate future risk and reach goals at a faster rate with Genomic Enhanced-EPDs.
Through a consistent premium beef experience, the CAB brand provides economic incentives to cattlemen up and down the supply chain. The brand has adjusted the hot carcass weight (HCW) maximum to 1,100 pounds.
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