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In a light test at auction, December bred heifers posted $13 per head gains over November averages and finished 2017 about $55 per head lower than 2016.
Bred Heifer Markets Lone Bright Spot in December

In a light test at auction, December bred heifers posted $13 per head gains over November averages and finished 2017 about $55 per head lower than 2016.

Cow-Calf Cost Breakdown: Breeding Expense
Cow-Calf Cost Breakdown: Breeding Expense

Nebraska Extension has developed an Excel® spreadsheet titled the “Breeding Cost Cow-Q-Lator.”

Planned Breeding Schedules Pay Dividends for Beef Producers
Planned Breeding Schedules Pay Dividends for Beef Producers

Financial opportunities can be found in designing strong breeding and forage/pasture plans for beef cattle herds, according to a Texas A&M AgriLife Research scientist.

BeefTalk: Use the Numbers When Bull Buying
BeefTalk: Use the Numbers When Bull Buying

Expected progeny differences are the best selection tool to help beef operations meet future goals.

Genetic Selection Requires Every Tool in the Bag
Genetic Selection Requires Every Tool in the Bag

Building a cowherd, like any other skilled trade, requires discipline, patience and a tool belt full of resources.

Bred Female Prices Stronger Into Fall
Bred Female Prices Stronger Into Fall

Across the nation there was a continuing trend of strength in the bred female markets in October and weakness in other classes.

CAB Challenges Producers to Raise the Bar
CAB Challenges Producers to Raise the Bar

Sell more beef, challenged John Stika, Certified Angus Beef (CAB) brand president, during the group's annual convention,

Could Cooperative Breeding Work for You?
Could Cooperative Breeding Work for You?

If your greatest passion is working with cattle, not running a business, there is an alternative.

Angus Accepts Tissue-Samples for DNA Collection
Angus Accepts Tissue-Samples for DNA Collection

Tissue-sampling units (TSUs) are now accepted by Angus Genetics Inc. (AGI) as a DNA sample type for seedstock producers seeking genetic testing.

 Zoetis Introduces New Pricing for Red Angus i50K Genomic Test
Zoetis Introduces New Pricing for Red Angus i50K Genomic Test

Zoetis announced a new price for the most accurate genomic test available to Red Angus breeders.

Retaining Ownership, Data and Profits

Finding a feedlot partner helps ranchers share information and profits

Retaining Ownership, Data and Profits
Retaining Ownership, Data and Profits

Finding a feedlot partner helps ranchers share information and profits