Podcast
Florida Rancher Jim Strickland uses Vence system to improve wildlife habitat and waterways, protect cattle from predators and keep cattle safe during hurricanes.
Extension livestock management specialist Lacey Quail shares tips to help producers improve cow herd fertility.
K-State beef cattle experts emphasize the importance of clean, high-quality water in managing livestock.
Attaining ranch profitability is a hot topic, but what about how to use and invest those profits?
Emma Coffman shares insight for those interested in joining the beef industry.
Cattle producers Todd and Taylor Stegall share why and how they sell beef to their local school.
The three most important things to retailers and consumers are having a good product, in stock and at a good value.
The opportunity in bull selection comes in defining what kind of bull is needed and utilizing technology that allows to precision mate to the cow herd.
Online bull sales are becoming increasingly popular, but what are the risks and benefits of forgoing the traditional sale atmosphere?
Evaluating the factors that help producers make decisions that have significant impact on a cow-calf operation’s bottom line.
This technology can make more land available for grazing because land that was previously too rough and inconvenient to fence can now be grazed with boundaries.
What started as a grassroots effort to reduce injection-site lesions in beef has evolved into one of the most comprehensive training programs in the cattle industry.
One of the oldest U.S. Wagyu breeders, the Reeves family from Washington has been raising Wagyu since the 1990s.
Three simple, actionable ways ranchers can stop feeling behind and start recognizing progress.
Producers should consider several factors to determine if creep feeding benefits them and evaluate based on the market each year.
Creating clarity through questions and aligning expectations isn’t just about setting business goals — it’s rooted in strengthening family relationships.
From personal experiences, volatile markets and unpredictable weather to traumatic experiences from generations prior mental health can be impacted.
Knowing the financial position of an operation helps producers make decisions faster and mitigate risk while also reducing overwhelm.
Strategies to consider before starting a wedding or event venue.
With bulls being an influential genetic piece to the cow herd, producers should consider several aspects of keeping bulls in optimal performance condition.
Answers to ranchers’ biggest questions about liquid feed.
The Beef Improvement Federation Symposium offers an opportunity for ranchers to brush up on industry challenges, peek into future trends and network with some of the industry’s brightest minds June 10-13 in Amarillo.
Carrying capacity and stocking rate are two terms ranchers must understand as they each play an important role in grazing management.
More face-to-face interactions between ranchers and consumers is needed to share the story of the beef industry.
Tips for knowing how to best scale your business.
Avoid these common handling and usage mistakes that can lead to vaccines being less effective or completely ineffective.
Proper mineral levels in a cow before and during pregnancy also set her calf up for success.
Wearable technology is becoming more available for ranchers to keep an eye on individual animals in their herds.
Young ranchers hold the future of the industry in their hands. Previous generations have put in the work and now it is your turn.
From ranching to feeding cattle to selling direct-to-consumer and owning a local beef locker, CJ and Calli Thorne view risks as opportunities for growth.