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The Norwegian agtech leader expands to the Midwest, offering cattle producers cellular GPS collars to manage rotational grazing right from their smartphones with no tower installation required.
Can moderate-sized cows win the industry’s biological ‘tug-of-war’? OSU’s Mark Johnson shares real-world data proving that highly efficient commercial dams can still yield heavy carcass endpoints.
With replacement heifer inventories at their second-lowest level since the 1940s, the choice to buy, raise or hold off has never carried more financial weight. A new free tool and expert insight can help producers run the numbers before they decide.
Researcher discusses tips for selecting cows that fit the western U.S. range.
Don’t let lameness stall herd performance. Simple environmental tweaks and proper mineral programs can keep foot rot at bay this summer.
According to a new study, compliance costs from mandatory country-of-origin labeling would largely be passed to consumers, raising annual beef and pork prices by more than $1.1 billion.
CEO Colin Woodall breaks down the priorities producers set for the association heading into fall.
An NDSU heifer development calculator reveals the tight margins, hidden risks and why natural service breeding holds a $55 economic edge.
Dart guns can seem like an easy fix for hard-to-catch cattle, but Iowa State’s Chris Clark says they carry risks to animal welfare, food safety and drug efficacy. Here is how to use a dart gun safely.
New online learning resources and workbooks from the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association help cattle producers navigate transition planning and secure the future of their family operations.
Early weaning can save grass and body condition — but push calves too young and you create pot‑bellied orphans instead of profitable feeders or replacements.
DNA-based diet research from two Northern California wolf packs shows cattle rival mule deer as a primary prey source — adding hard data to what ranchers have been reporting for years.
Whether it’s reducing dark cutters at the plant or boosting AI conception rates in the pasture, the genetics of docility are redefining modern cattle selection.
Terrain’s Dave Weaber says herd expansion remains on hold heading into 2027, with feeder cattle and fed cattle prices expected to hit new highs in Q3 — even as a potential strong El Niño and the Cargill Fort Morgan lockout add fresh uncertainty to the supply picture.
For 100 years, Ed Koger’s family has bought Angus bulls from Dalebanks Angus, proving in the cattle business, the most valuable trait you can breed for is integrity.
Research from the University of Missouri shows that selecting for heat-tolerant cattle isn’t just a welfare issue — it’s a major bottom-line advantage.
Reproductive physiologist Cara Wells says today up to 20% of transferred embryos have virtually zero chance of making a pregnancy and explains how video, AI and better selection can turn those losses into live calves.
From monitoring body condition to planning for early weaning, K-State’s Jason Warner shares a checklist to keep your operation on track through the summer heat.
From microbiology student to cattle innovator, Amanda Butterfield is proving that the most sustainable farms are the ones built on partnership and science.
Veterinary and entomology experts break down the biology of ALHT “explosions” and provide a roadmap for managing theileriosis risks.
From cleaning waterers to avoiding afternoon handling, experts outline five essential management steps to mitigate the long-term effects of high summer temperatures.
With New World screwworm confirmed in Texas, a critical shortage of skilled labor threatens the response. Ranchers warn that technology and drones cannot replace the “boots in the stirrups” needed to doctor infected calves.
How one Kansas cattleman uses genetic testing to help improve his bottom line and his cow herd
A step-by-step look at how to make, store and feed out baleage — and the common mistakes that lead to spoilage.
From replacement selection to BRD resilience, tissue sampling units provide a fast, clean and reliable path to the genomic data commercial producers need to stay profitable.
Is creep feeding really “insurance” for your cows? Two Iowa State specialists analyze the science behind milk demand, forage disappearance and long-term heifer productivity.
Southwest Minnesota rancher and educator Jasper Oeltjen shares a strategic framework to help producers pull themselves out of “reaction mode” and improve their mental health and bottom line.
Foot quality and soundness are top of mind as producers evaluate their cattle year-round, starting with genetic selection, managing environmental and nutrition factors and culling the cattle that do not make the cut.
From culling strategy to water quality to federal disaster programs, a step-by-step guide for cattle producers navigating dry conditions.