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BIF: How management goes with genetics

June 20, 2013

At a conference where genetic and management practices are thoroughly discussed, Dave Daley, California State University – Chico, told the audience of the 45th Annual Beef Improvement Federation Research Symposium and Convention that the most important trait to the cattle industry is profit. Cattlemen can talk about genetic advances as much as they want, he said, but the most important part to a commercial cattleman is staying in business.

What a chef wants: Cooking up retail trust

June 19, 2013

Hawaiian chef Keoni Chang wants the peace of mind that comes from knowing his customers—everyone who shops at the 32 Foodland supermarkets across the Islands—will go home and prepare meals that make them happy.

Protecting your assets in wildfire season

June 19, 2013

Melissa Miller

Last year 9.3 million acres were lost to wildfire in one of the worst fire seasons since 1960. This year is predicted to be just as bad, if not worse, as 40 percent of the country suffers from serious to moderate drought conditions.

Kansas company recalls ground beef products due to possible E. coli contamination

June 19, 2013

A Kansas beef packing company is recalling about 22,737 pounds of raw ground beef products that may be contaminated with E. coli, the USDA’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) announced Tuesday.

Wyoming agricultural professionals honored at cattle convention

June 19, 2013

A number of agriculture advocates were honored by the Wyoming Stock Growers Association (WSGA) during the Wyoming Cattle Industry Convention and Trade Show, June 5-8 in Cheyenne. “This year's honorees join a distinguished list of Wyoming individuals who have contributed in diverse ways to the continued strength of agriculture in Wyoming,” said WSGA Executive Vice President Jim Magagna.

Montana ranch receives environmental stewardship award

June 19, 2013

LaSalle Ranch of Havre, Montana, has been selected as winner of the 2013-14 Montana Environmental Stewardship Award. The award is sponsored by the Montana Stockgrowers Association’s (MSGA) Research, Education and Endowment Foundation and funded by Montana Beef Producers with Checkoff Dollars. Each year, MSGA honors a Montana ranch that exemplifies environmental stewardship and demonstrates a commitment toward improved sustainability within the beef industry.

Angus VNR: Feeding relationships - where to start

June 18, 2013

Ask questions. That's the first piece of advice Dan Loy, Iowa State University, gives producers who are looking to form a relationship with a feedlot. This video news is provided by Certified Angus Beef LLC and the American Angus Association.

Wyoming Stock Growers Association makes changes during cattle convention

June 18, 2013

The Wyoming Stock Growers Association (WSGA) saw some changes during this year’s Cattle Industry Convention and Trade Show, including changes to its office team and new expansion at its office complex — now known as the Wyoming Stock Growers Agricultural Resource Center.

Considerations on designing shade for cattle

June 17, 2013

Kris Kohl

The dog days of summer will soon be upon us and feedlot cattle are often under stress when the high temperatures exceed 85ºF. Cattle feeders with hoop buildings and mono slope observe near constant feed intakes and gains throughout the summer as a result of the shade the buildings provide.

Shopping around for the best mineral supplements: Extension specialist offers some advice

June 17, 2013

David L. Burton

Mineral supplementation of beef cows and stockers creates many questions that are sometimes difficult to answer according to Eldon Cole, a livestock specialist with University of Missouri Extension.

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