The basics of crossbreeding beef cattle and the role heterosis has in increasing performance levels for certain traits.

A summary of the how to compare EPDs across breeds to determine the values of animals as parents.

The common management practices for preconditioning programs in a cow-calf operation.

A positive and negative comparison between local versus non-local beef and its environmental impact.

A summary of results from several states concerning the average responses measured for various production traits in crosses of Angus, Hereford and Shorthorn cattle.

How to implement proper artificial insemination practices in beef cattle operations to help run a successful program.

The performance testing programs and objectives to measure the genetic performance of beef bulls.

The comparisons between corn usage in human food, cattle feed and diesel.