The historic National Western Complex is starting to show its age, and that has been a concern. The National Western Stock Show was initially looking to move locations, but after a strategic partnership was formed and an agribusiness economic study was conducted.

Some areas of the country are more difficult than others in which to raise cattle. Southwestern New Mexico is one of these regions, although for a couple of reasons that may be unexpected.

Several years ago, regulations were considered on the issue of feedyard dust. However, the question remains: Is feedyard dust really that big of an issue? And if so, how can operators help to minimize this issue?

One of the biggest challenges with any stocker-grower operation is capital. Building shelters, especially for producers in states with inclement weather, can be a huge investment.

The cattle industry is very diverse – from the cow-calf operator to feeders and processors. Very few people have all of the resources they need in a small area, but for producers in northern Colorado, their needs are met.

For many decades, the Angus carload (10 head) and pen (3 head) shows have been a staple at the National Western Stock Show in Denver, Colorado. Traditionally, the show only showcased bulls, but this year, for the very first time, the show also featured a heifer pen show.

Across the country, thousands of exhibitors, from 4-H students to ranchers, are preparing for the National Western Stock Show in Denver, Colorado.

The National Western Stock Show has many unique programs, but one of the most rewarding for the participants is the Catch-a-Calf Program (CAC).

One of the biggest challenges to cattlemen across the country is drought. Most cow-calf producers rely on pasture to feed their cattle, and when that pasture isn’t available, many cattlemen must cut back on their numbers.

Every day, roughly 125,000 fat cattle travel across the U.S., and that number jumps even higher when adding in calves, stockers and feeder cattle. Cattle trailer design is important to the beef industry due to animal comfort and beef quality assurance.