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This Maryland seedstock operation satisfies beef-loving urban consumers with Angus beef while collecting data for future genetic selection.
Local Beef Success Before Local Was Cool

This Maryland seedstock operation satisfies beef-loving urban consumers with Angus beef while collecting data for future genetic selection.

John Maday, Editor, Bovine Veterinarian
Dart Decisions

Bring up the topic of medicated darts among a group of cattle producers and veterinarians and you’ll hear a range of strong opinions.

It is vital that cow calf producers have a close working relationship with a large animal veterinarian in their area.
Follow BQA Guidelines When Treating and Selling Cows

Summer often brings a few infectious ailments to beef cows. Common problems include eye infections and foot rot. Treatment of affected cows will often involve the use of antibiotics, so remember VFD rules.

Water: Questions and Answers
Water: Questions and Answers

Most cattle producers fully understand the importance of water. After all, providing an adequate supply of clean, fresh, water is the cornerstone of animal husbandry.

The 2019 National BQA Awards recognize five winners in the areas of beef, dairy, marketing and education.
NCBA Seeks Nominations for BQA Awards

Award applications for the 12th annual National Beef Quality Assurance (BQA) Awards now are being accepted.

The BQA Transport program offers training for ranchers and for professional truckers.
BQA Transport Program Underway

While most Americans will never visit a cattle operation, they probably see cattle trucks and trailers on the highway, and what they see can influence their perception of the entire cattle industry.

Dr. Ron GIll, from Texas A&M University, is this year's BQA Educator of the Year.
NCBA Announces 2018 Beef Quality Assurance Award Winners

The National Cattlemen’s Beef Association, a contractor to the Beef Checkoff, has announced the winners of its prestigious 2018 Beef Quality Assurance (BQA) Awards at the 2018 Cattle Industry Convention.

BQA Program Releases Results on Market Cow and Bull Audit
BQA Program Releases Results on Market Cow and Bull Audit

Newly released audit data about market cows and bulls suggests the industry has made significant improvements in several areas.