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How Likely are Calf Value-Added Management Practices to Pay Off?

By Brian R. Williams, Eric DeVuyst, Derrell S. Peel, Kellie Curry Raper. Learn about the probability of success with calf value-added management practices.

Beef CattleFarm & Ranch FinancesLivestockMarket Outlooks
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First Hollow Stem: A Critical Wheat Growth Stage for Dual-Purpose Producers

An explanation as to why first hollow stem is the best time to remove cattle from a wheat pasture and clarification that points to when this timing occurs.

Beef CattleCropsGrains & OilseedsLivestockStocker CattleWheat
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Aberdeen Breeds Comparison

In a recent study (DeVuyst et al. 2022), we investigated the economic differences in Angus-derived beef cows. Angus, Red Angus and Aberdeen Angus (also called “Low-line Angus)derive from the same original breed but now have significant differences in phenotype and genetics due to selection pressures.

Beef CattleCow-CalfLivestock
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Effect of Bos Indicus Influence and Pregnancy on Feeder Heifer Gains

Learn about various factors that influence the performance of feeder cattle such as Bos indicus and pregnancy at placement and how it impacts average daily gain.

Beef CattleFarm & Ranch FinancesLivestock
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Stocker Lease Agreements

For a successful relationship between the owner and caretaker there are many elements that should be present and considered.

Beef CattleBudgets & RecordkeepingBusiness Planning & ManagementFarm & Ranch FinancesLeasing & Rental RatesLivestockStocker Cattle
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Custom Beef Processing: Expected Yields

By Joel Jackson. Learn about custom beef processing and the various factors that affect the yield that will be produced.

Beef CattleLivestockReceiving & FeedlotStocker Cattle
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