Tag: beef cattle
Planning for summer calf care
Some studies comparing summer to winter calf growth show calves grow better in the winter. Learn how to keep your calves cool and eating in the summer.
Cattlemen need to be on lookout for fake news
A few months ago, a veterinarian wrote a column on ideal cow size, naming 750 to 900 lb. as the ideal with little more than "observations" to back it up.
How to select quality replacement heifers
The selection of replacement heifers is important to the beef herd as a whole but can be costly. Use the following tips to make the right selections.
Hereford sires accepted in Integrity Beef Alliance
The Integrity Beef Alliance, a program focused on quality and uniform, preconditioned cattle, is now accepting Hereford bulls in its terminal program.
Demand more when buying a herd sire
There's a lot to consider when purchasing a herd bull. Learn how to evaluate potential sires and get the most for your money, while improving your herd.
Angus foot score EPDs launched
Angus Genetics, Inc. released two new foot score research expected progeny differences. The first of its kind in the U.S. for beef cattle.
BQA launches transportation training
Beef Quality Assurance Transportation provides cattle producers and haulers with comprehensive training based on their roles in the cattle industry.
Best of Buckeye offers premium and scholarship opportunities
This year, the Best of the Buckeye Program will give $60,000 through premiums at each show, scholarships and awards for both participants and breeders.
Local meat and the cooperative business model
Attend Local Meat and the Cooperative Business Model workshop, Thursday, at 11 a.m. at the Small Farm Center, at the Farm Science Review.
Beef markets stabilize, but still lower
Most beef cattle-producing states have been able to escape drought conditions so far this year and Kentucky producers are in a good position this summer.
