Key considerations, especially for smaller-scale and new beef producers, are the constraints on processing capability and marketing. Cooperative business models are one approach. But are beef producers themselves interested in this approach? “Producer-based cooperative marketing and processing have been embraced in some sectors of animal agriculture, some for many years,” says David Beede, PhD, editor […]

Leaders in beef cattle nutrition, silage management and agricultural research are convening for the 5th Biennial Silage for Beef Conference on Thursday, June 20, 2024. The event will equip beef producers with actionable insights and strategies to optimize silage quality, enhance cattle performance and bolster the bottom line. Hosted by the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, Iowa […]

In the beef industry, consistency is key to, well, just about everything. From sire and AI choices to ration options to market opportunities, producers can add value at each production stage based on their decisions. Garrett Englin, cattle buyer for JBS USA, said consistency is key for packers, too. Speaking at the 2024 Feedlot Forum […]

By Jesse Fulton, UNL Extension Calving is just underway across the country, which means calf processing and branding (if applicable in your area) is just around the corner. For those who may not be calving already or those looking for good calving reading material, it is good to revisit some calving best management practices. Previous […]

Fueled by growth in the Western Hemisphere, South Korea and Australia, U.S. pork exports posted another excellent performance in February, according to data released by USDA and compiled by the U.S. Meat Export Federation. Beef export volume was slightly lower year-over-year, but export value climbed by 10%. Mexico still the pacesetter for U.S. pork exports […]