Reproduction
Composite and hybrid cattle are becoming more common and are increasingly offered at sales. Today, these crossbreds can compete alongside their purebred counterparts thanks to a greater understanding of heterosis and better genomic analysis.
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Multibreed database serves commercial cattle industry
While International Genetic Solutions’ multibreed database is filled with purebred cattle, its primary purpose is to bolster the commercial industry. As the database grows, the result will be faster genetic progress for the commercial cow-calf producer.
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Must-haves, resources and strategies for calving season
It's crucial cow-calf producers expect the unexpected during calving season. Four beef cattle experts from around the country weigh in on strategies, plans, equipment, management practices, information and resources to help cope with challenges.
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Nutritional considerations for heifer development
Proper nutritional planning for raising productive heifers starts well before the animals are of breeding age. Producers need to consider what a heifer on their operation needs to succeed at every stage of life.
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Building benefits through Wagyu cattle and crosses
The quality of Wagyu beef and its carcass value and consumer premiums is well known. But more producers are seeing the genetic pluses as well.
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