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Angus Genetics, Inc. gathers breeders, industry, academia

Angus Genetics, Inc. gathers breeders, industry, academia

AGI’s Beef Genetics Forum hosted a cross-section of the beef industry to discuss optimizing genetics and management for full supply chain profitability.

Beef imports equal smart business

Beef imports equal smart business

Lean trimmings from abroad let US ranchers focus on premium beef production. Banning imports would slash cattle values and trigger supply shocks across the sector.

Research breakthroughs support healthier cattle

Research breakthroughs support healthier cattle

ICASA-funded projects reveal management practices to improve BRD and liver abscess treatment.

The economics of creep feeding

The economics of creep feeding

As the grazing season winds down toward fall, Kansas State University veterinarians say cattle producers may want to consider the practice of “creep feeding” to sustain growth in calves.

Biosecurity and BVD – What’s in it for me?

Biosecurity and BVD – What’s in it for me?

Testing new cattle and quarantine measures reduce BVD risk in beef herds, saving treatment costs and preventing disease outbreaks.

Meat Industry Hall of Fame seeks 2026 nominations

Meat Industry Hall of Fame seeks 2026 nominations

The honor celebrates leaders who transformed meat and poultry through innovation, stewardship and contributions benefiting future generations.

Mid-September 2026 catch pen

Mid-September 2026 catch pen

News and notes from American cow country—and some things we might have missed as we dove into the month.

Cattle futures drop on export rumors

Cattle futures drop on export rumors

Despite significant futures losses, cash markets remain firm as September placements fall 10% below last year, signaling tighter cattle supplies ahead

Export ban rumors quelled—for now

Export ban rumors quelled—for now

Scattered rumors of beef, diesel, and fertilizer export bans are keeping commodity traders and agricultural industry watchdogs on their toes.

Proactive ways to defend against New World screwworm

Proactive ways to defend against New World screwworm

Four practical prevention steps can help protect cattle and limit potential spread of pest.