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Friday's cattle on feed report was a bit bearish as placements were higher than pre-release trade estimates and marketings were lower.

South Dakota State University Extension is hosting a Seedstock Symposium June 27-28 in Sioux Falls to provide cattle producers with information on tools improve cattle feeding and reproductive efficiency.

One of the best ways to keep cattle healthy and gaining pounds in hot weather is to control flies, a Purdue Extension beef specialist says.

Learn about this risk categorization strategy that is based upon the potential for sickness and death in feeder calves.

What does the future hold? More beef consumption, mobile medical diagnostics and at-home manufacturing, among other things.

The 2012 calf crop was estimated at 34.3 million head, down 3%from 2011,which is the smallest calf crop since the 33.7 million born during 1949.

There are likely few benefits for the U.S. in exporting abundant natural gas supplies, says a Purdue University energy economist.

After a drought, cow nutrition is critical to calving success.

Cattle producers anticipate 10-year cycle high, but the odds hinge on Mother Nature’s cooperation.

A university animal scientist talks about the advantages of planning early weaning for your cattle.

Poor weather conditions have resulted in high feed costs and big financial losses, Purdue Extension agricultural economist Chris Hurt says.

Cattle producers looking for a new way to add value to their calf crops can try raising someone else's calves instead of their own.

Take advantage of strong cattle prices by implementing a market plan now to stay ahead of drought-forced sell-offs and the fall run.

Early weaning is an effective way to save on summer pasture and preserve cow body condition.

Value-added management strategies do work in the right environments to bring in more dollars.

There is little research on tornadoes impacting beef production, but there are several concerns that should be addressed.

This year’s stocker and backgrounder segment will see great opportunities in a market with upward momentum.

The gold standard prevention measure is to control environmental contamination.

Applying technology in the real world.

A heifer’s genetics can affect herd profitability for eight to 14 years.

It is clear that protein nutrition during late gestation is important to fetal development.

Some cows may calve early, so be prepared.

Good nutrition supplemented with a balanced mineral mix is vital for optimum reproduction and lactation in your cowherd.

On the topsy-turvy roller-coaster ride of cattle prices this past year, one thing that most economists agree on is that the cattle industry remains in a strong position going into 2011. Cattle supplies continue to be at their lowest while demand is steady. The one monkey wrench in what could be a great year for cattle producers is high feed costs.

Prevent a wreck in newly weaned and newly arrived calves.

Fall means there are a lot of calves being weaned, shipped and received. By now, hopefully, you have a plan of action in place to keep the process as calm and stress-free as possible for the animals. Additional stresses at weaning and processing can inhibit immunity.

USDA’s monthly Cattle on Feed report showed some surprises today. Three market experts decipher the numbers and provide advice.

In just a little more than an hour 300 yearlings can be tested for bovine tuberculosis.

As fall approaches, cattlemen are preparing to buy the cattle they need to stock their winter pastures.

The health, management, and vaccination history for the majority of feeder calves sold at sale barns are not known to the buyer.

Veterinarian and Beef Today columnist Dan Goehl answers frequently asked questions relating to cattle health.

Work with your veterinarian to develop the right plan.

Choose genetics to complement your end market goals

Develop a strategic deworming strategy now to reduce potential problems in the future

Calving problems are a concern fro many cow-calf producers.

Losing a farm partner is twice as hard when it's your father.

As fall approaches and temperatures decrease, it’s time to think about weaning calves or filling pens with purchased calves. Young, light, freshly weaned calves also bring a unique set of health management challenges to the lot.

Steve Kay, of Cattle Buyer''s Weekly, says today's reports can be regarded as slighly positive.

Exclusive commentary on the June 19 COF from Steve Kay of Cattle Buyers' Weekly.

Use the right information to select your next herd sire.

How to Protect High-Risk Calves.

Don’t just sell preconditioned calves, market them.

Steps to take before shipping, on arrival and beyond.

The Cattlemen's Beef Board (CBB) has asked for suggestions to improve the checkoff program. Here's mine: Value-Added Checkoff.

Now is the time to re-think the market plan.