Seedstock
Although EPDs are only comparable within breed, producers can utilize the Across-Breed EPD Table to accurately compare bulls across breeds.
Researchers are using gene editing techniques to introduce beneficial traits like polled and disease resistance, as well as exploring innovative approaches like surrogate sires.
Calculate a bull’s value proposition and consider how he can meet a herd’s needs and goals before purchasing.
We’re sharing some Smart Farming features to help you be more efficient with your reproduction and cow herd management.
Producers should be mindful of environmental and nutritional factors to make sure bulls are fit for breeding season.
A bull’s fertility and breeding ability is crucial to a producer’s success.
The Nebraska Extension will host another “Calculating Annual Cow Costs” webinar course on March 24, 27, and 31.
Greater Omaha Packing Co. announces new program to certify Hereford-sired finished cattle.
Since 1972 BIF has annually recognized outstanding seedstock and commercial producers for their contributions to the industry.
Answering these questions leads a producer to the traits that are economically relevant to their enterprise.
With spring bull buying season here, producers should understand their goals for marketing calves and the genetic value to make replacement females.
With the spring bull buying season beginning, producers need to know their cow herd and utilize selection tools to help find bulls to match their goals.
Rather than focusing breeding goals on being heavily terminal or primarily maternal, sexed semen allows commercial herds of all sizes to “take both roads.”
Knowing the nutritional needs of cows helps producers cost effectively meet those needs and stay profitable.
The industry’s recent push for larger carcass weights while keeping cow costs at a minimum has brought terminal crossbreeding programs to the forefront.
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Hard work, dedication, continuous learning and building a community in the industry are keys to growing a successful operation.
The beef industry is turning over a new leaf, and producers of all breeds should be excited about the new opportunities on the horizon.
Resources have been created to help livestock producers develop plans for the continuity of business, movement and marketing of livestock, milk and wool in the unfortunate event of a foreign disease outbreak.
New facility aims to advance, support and communicate continuous improvement of livestock production, economic vitality and environmental stewardship, as well help collaboration between all livestock and agriculture industry groups.
Monitoring estrus intensity in cattle helps optimize reproduction and can be done efficiently with visual estrus detection aids.
Shaw Cattle Co. celebrates a fresh calf crop in Caldwell, Idaho.
Cost-share dollars in Tennessee and Kentucky have helped producers make genetic improvements to herds and increased producer education.
Andrew Uden has traveled all over the world to learn about the beef industry in various countries and compare them to what the cattle producers in the United States have built.
Utilizing genetic selection to reduce the environmental impact of cattle.
The four-day academy took six young Hereford breeders from the board room to meat retail, from pasture to feedlot and to cutting-edge research in three states.
How do genetics play a role in the sustainability of a cowherd? Jason Warner, K-State Cow-Calf Specialist, visits with a professor and Ph.D. student in K-State Animal Breeding and Genetics to find out.
While it’s likely the U.S. cowherd is generally of higher quality than it was a decade ago, today’s smaller herd presents an opportunity for ranchers to take another step forward with quality and management.
New members of the American Herford Association’s Hall of Fame were announced during the organization’s annual meeting and conference in Kansas City.
Perspectives from all beef sectors were discussed in a producer panel at the 2022 Angus Convention in Salt Lake City, Utah.
Strong demand for Wagyu beef fuels sustained growth. Membership is up 24 percent the past year with Wagyu registrations up 23 percent.