Seedstock
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.
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.
The beef industry offers many leadership development experiences across the country shaped to help build skills and relationships for future careers and industry involvement.
From integrating computers in 1984 to achieving Platinum TPR status, 2026 BIF Seedstock Producer of the Year Colyer Hereford and Angus has spent decades proving data integrity is the most valuable product a seedstock producer can offer.
Each year, BIF awards one Seedstock Producer of the Year and one Commercial Producer of the Year during its annual symposium.
Despite record-high cash costs of $780 per head, surging calf prices pushed average profit margins up by $614 in 2025.
As the cost of high-quality bulls climbs, reproductive physiologist Jaclyn Ketchum explains how artificial insemination offers elite genetics and superior herd uniformity for a fraction of the investment.
With record-tight supplies and record demand for quality beef, Red Angus leaders say the breed’s moderate, heat-tolerant cows and data-driven culture give it a unique lane as the U.S. cow herd rebuilds.
Angus bull sired by B&B Preeminent sets new record selling 49% for $1.05 million.
University of Florida’s Mario Binelli explains how hormone treatments and wearable technology like accelerometers take the guesswork out of cattle breeding to maximize ROI.
Idaho rancher Dawn Anderson explains why guessing cattle weights leads to lost profit and how the right scale system provides the confidence needed for data-driven management.
Early bird discount available until May 1 for Beef Improvement Federation Research Symposium and Convention to be hosted in Boise, Idaho.
Preparation is the difference between a saved calf and a costly loss. Discover how early inventory checks, strategic feeding and timely intervention can redefine calving success.
Although EPDs are only comparable within breed, producers can utilize the Across-Breed EPD Table to accurately compare bulls across breeds.
Eye-tracking research sheds light on decision-making at bull sales.
Why consistent herd records are the key to a successful ranch transition and long-term production success.
CattleMax platform helps connect herd health, breeding and more.
Ohio Angus breeder will be recognized in November during the North American International Livestock Exposition.
701x aims to reshape cattle management through a blend of innovative technology, user-friendly design and customer service.
From a Nebraska cattle farm to Nashville stages, Scott Wolverton’s journey is shaped by agriculture, family and a father’s cattle call — a reminder that home is always there.
Kansas rancher Debbie Lyons-Blythe is USRSB’s January spotlight for the International Year of the Woman Farmer (IYWF) celebration.
Iowa State’s Beth Reynolds shares three winter management tips to help keep bulls healthy and ready to go to work.
There’s value in simultaneously improving carcass and maternal traits in your cow herd.
From cow herd nutrition strategies to not forgetting your bulls, K-State’s Jason Warner shares the top 10 management practices producers should be mindful of in February.
AngusLink connects Genetic Merit Scorecard with GeneMax Advantage test, offering enhanced scorecard option for commercial producers.
New state-of-the-art facilities welcome 2026 NWSS exhibitors and spectators.
Finding and buying a new herd bull can be overwhelming with the vast amount of information and data available. Industry experts recommend defining program objectives and specifying selection criteria before getting a bidder number.