Victoria Myers

Replacing toxic fescue will take pastures out of rotation, but research shows the gains may be worth the trouble for years to come.

Low hay carryover and continued drought will likely mean an early end to the 2022 season for some cattle producers.

Retail prices for meat continue to climb, which, when coupled with wages that aren't keeping up with inflation, could lead to lower beef consumption moving through 2022.

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Boost a cover's agronomic value by using it as a supplemental feed resource for cattle.

Beef producers gain ground in their hard-fought battle to move back to Mandatory Country of Origin Labels.

Tick-covered, diseased cattle were allowed across the U.S. border after Mexican brokers paid a USDA inspector bribes.

U.S. producers are gaining ground in efforts to prevent foreign beef from being sold as a product of this country.

Boost a cover's agronomic value by using it as a supplemental feed resource for cattle.

New Way Ag has not been delivering feed it sold to several Montana ranchers and feeders. That state's Attorney General issued a warning about the business, calling it a "scam."

The FBI has just issued an alert for agriculture cooperatives, calling on them to shore up defenses against hackers immediately.

A recently introduced bill would change the Packers and Stockyards Act of 1921, allowing livestock auction yards to hold ownership and management roles in meat processing facilities.

A new report points out six key trends among today's consumers.

The number of cattle and calves on feed continues to break records, creating high levels of risk and volatility in the short term but opportunities moving toward the end of 2022 and into 2023.

Cattlemen may finally be on the verge of seeing some real change in labeling for beef.

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Army reservists in Oklahoma recently finished training in how to handle large animals, like cattle and horses, during disaster situations.

The new owners of the 1807 Texas 6666 Ranch have not been officially disclosed, but according to reports on the sale, they are committed to keeping the property intact and to preserving its legacy.

As beef labeling becomes more complex, there's proof that consumers believe locally sourced meat is better.

Cottonseed is commonly used in cattle feed rations in many parts of the country, but for those unfamiliar with the feedstuff, it's important to manage around toxicity due to gossypol levels in the seed.

High feed costs and drought may be behind an increase in losses for some early spring calvers.

Producers pricing feed and fertilizer are feeling the pressure tighten on margins, with it unknown yet how high consumers are willing to go on meat prices as inflation ramps up.

Digital sales platforms bring more price transparency to cattle producers.

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There's untapped genetic value in classic cattle breeds such as the Highland, lovingly known as "hippie cows."

What consumers want from cattle producers continues to shift, creating marketing opportunities for those willing to meet particular criteria.

When considering the direction of the cattle market, look at prices, but also consider the weather and areas of drought.

Cow herd body condition can be tough to maintain in the winter, but for spring calvers, it is a determining factor in how strong the calves' immune systems will be.