Discussion of inherited defects, the probability of producing an affected calf and strategies to decrease issues related to genetic defects in the herd.

Knowledge about increasing the efficiency of production in order to reduce the environmental impact and decrease number of cattle needed for beef.

A look at the environmental effects of grain-finished and grass-finished beef production.

An explanation of the proper techniques and practices to train and present your beef animal in the best possible way in and outside of the show ring.

A description of the role cattle play in the carbon cycle within nature and other agriculture sectors.

Three year (2001-2003) summary of price premiums from the Oklahoma Quality Beef Network preconditioning programs in beef cattle.

How to identify traits that affect the price of calves and potential marketing and management strategies that should improve market prices for calves.

This sheet has the elements to help cattle ranchers create a spreadsheet for preconditioning programs for weaned calves.