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For producers relying on winter pasture to grow purchased or retained calves, weekend rains be what was needed to give us the prospect of at least some wheat grazing, although probably a month later than normal.
We are rapidly approaching the point where we may soon be discussing the cattle cycle in terms of GHGs rather than forage supplies and producer profits.
Looking back is helpful. Looking forward is essential. Temple Grandin did both during the American Wagyu Association’s 2021 Annual Convention in Fort Collins, Colo.
Thousands of youth have purchased the Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service Veterinary Science Certificate Program curriculum book as the program’s reputation and popularity spreads from Texas to every U.S. state.
The U.S. House Agriculture Committee held its fourth hearing on livestock markets on Thursday, with witnesses addressing the need for reforms but with no consensus of what such reforms might entail.
U.S. beef exports topped $1 billion in value for the first time in a single month during August, while U.S. pork exports posted another strong month remaining ahead of the record pace established last year.
John and Gaye Pfeiffer look forward to hosting hundreds of visitors each year to their Oklahoma farm and have earned the Certified Angus Beef Ambassador Award.
August and September rains turned some drought-stressed pasture and rangeland in North Dakota looking green and lush, leading ranchers to wonder how grazing will influence forage production in 2022?
Legislative proposals aimed at the U.S. livestock markets could have a negative impact on farmers and ranchers they are intended to protect, Meat Institute argues ahead of Thursday’s House Ag Committee hearing.
Consider the impact of your cowherd’s milk potential on energy requirements. Some cows respond better to their environment and this is often referred to as “adaptability.”
Fertility is an extremely important economic trait and genetic prediction of bull fertility is non-existent in most genetic evaluations, says a University of Wisconsin assistant professor of quantitative genetics.
Weaning heavy, fast growing calves starts with conception. Cows conceiving every year and weaning even the most marginal calf can and still compete with a genetic giant with a zero in her average.
Wholesale beef prices have declined nearly 18% since late August at the same time retail prices have risen. But demand for beef remains high, with forward buying increasing the last few weeks.
Report requested by Congress and USDA puts into context a variety of cattle market disruptions, including the 2019 Tyson fire and the COVID-19 pandemic’s effect on packing plants and disruption of beef supply chains.
Work conducted during the annual BPOC is the culmination of the beef industry’s entire year — the end result of hundreds and hundreds of volunteer hours from American beef producers and importers.
McDonald’s Corp on Monday set a new target to cut global greenhouse gas emissions to net zero by 2050, from the beef in its burgers to the light bulbs in its restaurants.
October is historically the month with the most pressure on calf prices and last week saw auction markets with mixed prices, from $2 higher to $5 lower.
The latest USDA Crop Progress report showed that winter wheat planting was at 28 percent the last week of September, equal to the 2016-2020 average for the date.
Gardiner Angus Ranch’s 17th Fall Bull Sale saw a total of 343 Angus bulls sell along with the largest offering of genomically tested, bred commercial females ever to sell at GAR.
The Public Lands Council (PLC) honored individuals who have demonstrated an exceptional dedication to the industry and partnership with public lands ranchers during PLC’s 53rd Annual Meeting.
As feed resources start moving across the state, North Dakota State University (NDSU) Extension specialists warn of the potential to spread noxious and troublesome weed seeds.
Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack announced a comprehensive set of investments to address challenges facing America’s agricultural producers.
The Red Angus Association of America announced awards to breeders and industry supporters and businesses during its 68th annual convention in Boise, Idaho, last week.
For their influence on the beef business, shifting toward quality and value-based marketing, U.S. Premium Beef earned Certified Angus Beef’s (CAB’s) 2021 Progressive Partner Award.
Advocates for meat substitutes are especially good at hyping forecasts over the next decade. However, it’s difficult to get a handle on the true size of the alternative meat business.
Fed cattle prices remain locked within a range of $120 to $125 over a long 16-week period. Market-ready steers and heifers have, in total, been readily available throughout this extensive timeline.
The 2021 National Angus Convention and Trade Show will be in Fort Worth, Texas, Nov. 6-8, a Texas-sized weekend full of networking and entertainment.
Forage budgeting and planning for supplementation needs are critical. Both are impacted by cow weights and body condition scores.
Lawmakers are considering several changes to the federal tax code that NCBA says would have a devastating impact on family-owned businesses, including farms and ranches.
A federal judge in Yakima, Wash., has denied Tyson Fresh Meats’ motion in bankruptcy court to pursue fraudulent transfer claims against Easterday Ranches for the sale of its North Lot prior to filing for bankruptcy.