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Cotton production is estimated at 18.3 million bales for 2021, a 25% increase from the 2020 crop year, according to USDA. That means whole cottonseed supply is estimated to be about 1 million tons more than 2021.

Many producers assume providing minimal protein supplementation to target approximately 1.0 pound/day gain during the winter is the most economical system. However, research data would suggest otherwise.

Colostrum plays a large role in the health of a newborn calf. Preparing for calving season starts well before the first calf hits the ground.

Cattle producers may have a few options available to offset the rising costs of adding phosphorus to their herd’s diet, a Kansas State University beef systems specialist said.

IFEEDER launched a project to develop a sustainability road map for the animal food industry through industry and stakeholder assessment. IFEEDER will evaluate risk and opportunities within animal food industry segment.

Regulators in Brazil and Chile have granted market authorization to Bovaer®, a novel methane-reducing feed additive for ruminants produced by Dutch nutrition giant Royal DSM NV.

Salvaging this year’s corn crop as silage can help recoup production costs while providing good-quality feed. Drought-stressed, limited grain-filled corn silage still can retain a majority of its feeding value.

Drought-stressed corn will vary in forage quality based on grain fill, plant height and maturity. Limited grain fill means it will contain less starch, greater crude protein and fiber with decreased energy content.

While cutting drought-damaged corn for silage may be the best alternative, it's critical that harvesting happens at the right moisture level to maximize silage value and minimize loss.

The drought in North Dakota is impacting the yield of small-grain crops such as barley, oats, rye, triticale and wheat, leading some producers to harvest the small grains as hay.

Alta Seeds announces the first-ever herbicide-tolerant forage sorghum featuring igrowth® technology for pre- or post-emergence week control.

North Dakota ranchers are experiencing an historical widespread drought and the window for forage production is closing for 2021. Many producers may not have adequate production to justify haying.

Dr. John Goeser of Rock River Laboratory hosts feed hygiene webinar as part of a seven-part mycotoxin webinar series on Phibro Academy platform.

After a year of virtual events, the Certified Angus Beef ® (CAB®) brand will host the 16th annual Feeding Quality Forum in Fort Collins, Colo., August 24-25. 

Save money and create efficiencies while improving the health of your herd and reducing environmental impact.

Care in how large, round bales are stored outside can minimize losses.

Feed costs are on the rise for many cattle producers, a situation they haven’t faced for several years.

The adage that “knowledge is power” is especially true when it comes to understanding mold and mycotoxins. Lon Whitlow, professor emeritus at NC State University, offers five reminders to help livestock producers.

As the animal protein industry continues to find innovative ways to decrease the carbon footprint of animal products, a new resource guide may help move those efforts forward.

While there is no one-size-fits-all diet, "Beef is one of Americans' favorite foods, and science consistently shows lean beef can be the cornerstone in a variety of healthy diets," said NCBA president Marty Smith.

Minerals are essential for health and reproductive success, but also support fetal development. We easily overlook minerals and vitamins in gestating cow diets, so now is the time to plan for a strong calving season.

Ranchers need to keep in mind that the wrong quantities of minerals can be dangerous or even deadly to cattle, say experts from the Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service.

Food Network Chef and former NFL star Eddie Jackson has been named Chief Recipe Officer for Beef Loving Texans to develop unique, timely recipes and partnering as an ambassador for the brand.

Criticism of beef production is rampant worldwide, and a new international report will only further fuel activists who want your business shut down.

Chef Chris Vogeli of III Forks brings his fine cuisine training to renowned Dallas steakhouse where no detail is too small.

Crunching the numbers using Performance Beef showed the Gall family where overfeeding was costing their business every month. The ability to accurately capture every dollar made it easy to switch to Performance Beef.

Learn more about the effectiveness of a second dewormer and get a free hat. 

Develop feeding plans now to maintain body condition and reproductive performance.

Horn flies are a costly nuisance to the U.S. cattle industry. A multi-pronged fly control program can help keep fly populations in check for season-long control.

A fourth-generation Minnesota farmer has spent more than two decades seeking an alternative crop. His solution—hybrid rye—offers a low-maintenance small grain that pairs well with livestock & boosts sustainability

For his immeasurable impact on the industry and the people in it, Matsushima will receive the 2020 Feeding Quality Forum Industry Achievement Award. He’ll be recognized during the virtual event, slated for Aug. 25-26.

Beneath the hide, minerals act behind the scenes to maintain general function–from reproduction to marbling and everything in between.

Sixth-generation California rancher Kiah Twisselman told USDA and HHS officials about the benefits of beef in her diet and urged them to encourage beef as part of a healthy diet as they finalize new guidelines.

Vytelle announces through its GrowSafe business the launch of the Beef Marketing Program to monitor individual animal performance, predict carcass weight and optimally market cattle in the feedlot.

As technology advances, our ability to monitor behavior in a normal feeding environment will help determine if efficiency causes the behavior or the behavior makes cattle more efficient.

A Texas A&M AgriLife study will determine differences in nitrogen requirements between Brahman type cattle and others, which may allow producers to reduce the protein in cattle diet formulations.

Forage analysis can be a useful tool to remove some of the mystery concerning the hay that producers will feed this winter.  The out-of-pocket costs of protein and energy supplements are further fuel to this advice.

Brian Bertelsen, U.S. Premium Beef (USPB) vice president, spoke at the Beef Improvement Federation’s recent online symposium, covering everything from hot carcass weight to quality grade targets.

Producers should exercise caution and test forages before cutting or grazing shortly after a drought-easing shower. Some of the greatest concentrations of nitrate in forages will be recorded at this time.

There's been a lot of data gathered about the economics of large round bale storage. It all comes down to the value of the hay loss in storage. Ideally, the value of the lost hay would be recovered in material costs.

Internal parasites rob cattle of nutrition and producers of profits. Hear how one stocker in Mississippi is using a combination of SAFE-GUARD® (fenbendazole) and generic Ivermectin in tandem to put a stop to this.

May’s all-fresh retail beef price set a new all-time record high for the price series, dating back to July 1987, at $7.04 per pound, according to USDA's Economic Research Service.

It’s a silent challenge, yet costly to the beef cattle business: liver abscess disease.

The University of Arkansas Research and Extension has developed a five step process that helps focus efforts on practices that can have the most impact with existing forage resources.

Dr. Wallace "Bruce" Wren, DVM, passed away May 20, 2020. A 1958 graduate of Kansas State University's school of veterinary medicine, Wren spent 60 years advancing bovine medicine and mentoring many young veterinarians.

Cattle are champions at protein upcycling. Tryon Wickersham talks beef nutrition and the subsequent effects of health and sustainability.

Internal parasites can be major profit robbers. See how a Mississippi operation is using Merck Safeguard as part of their de-worming strategy.

Hugh Aljoe, director of producer relations at the Noble Research Institute, shares how land stewardship can aid producer profitability.

There are three classes of dewormers approved for use in U.S. cattle – benzimidazoles, endectocides or macrocyclic lactones, and imidazothiazoles. The two most commonly-used are endectocides and benzimidazoles.

When two dewormers are better than one.