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July/August 2026 edition of BEEF available

July/August 2026 edition of BEEF available

Where carcass variability creates problems; PLUS: Embryo transfer info; adding value and reputation; and heat stress in the cow herd.

Cattle futures end two-week losing streak

Cattle futures end two-week losing streak

Live cattle August contracts rose $2.65 last week, ending a prolonged downturn. Cash trade fell to $230-$231 per cwt, down $7-$8 from prior week.

Utah ranch transforms invasive wetland threat into sustainable grazing solution

Utah ranch transforms invasive wetland threat into sustainable grazing solution

The success of the approach being taken by the Ferry family demonstrates how innovative agricultural practices can align economic and environmental interests.

USDA investing $25M for new Arizona sterile fly dispersal facility

USDA investing $25M for new Arizona sterile fly dispersal facility

Rollins visits Douglas port of entry to highlight readiness ahead of port reopening to cattle trade and continued screwworm response.

As fall approaches, UADA experts urge cattle farmers to consider cool-season grasses

As fall approaches, UADA experts urge cattle farmers to consider cool-season grasses

University of Arkansas Division of Agriculture experts are urging the state’s pasture managers to gear up for winter by planting cool-season grasses in the fall.

Research reveals grazing management’s impact on ranch productivity, soil health

Research reveals grazing management’s impact on ranch productivity, soil health

A five-year multi-state study challenges conventional wisdom on livestock management while demonstrating gains in both ecological health and economic viability.

Carlos Jimenez joins SSMC as CowManager sales manager

Carlos Jimenez joins SSMC as CowManager sales manager

Animal production engineer will support development and delivery of CowManager systems for customers in California.

Study explores why wounds and foul odors attract screwworms

Study explores why wounds and foul odors attract screwworms

Team hopes to figure out what attracts the fly to bacterial chemical smells to develop better lures.

808 Ranch names Jared Wareham VP of Ag Operations

808 Ranch names Jared Wareham VP of Ag Operations

Veteran ag leader to help drive long-term growth for fourth-generation Black Angus operation.

Secretary Rollins expands rural small business opportunities

Secretary Rollins expands rural small business opportunities

New Cooperative Interstate Shipment program for meat processors with the addition of Georgia.