Breeding for bigger cattle may come with hidden fertility trade-offs

A University of Queensland analysis of genetic data from northern Australian cattle has identified key regions of the genome that influence traits like fertility, growth and body condition, sometimes ...
The Journal

Managing—and feeding—heifers to grow cattle herd

The American beef cattle herd is at its lowest level since 1973, with the U.S. Department of Agriculture reporting the total herd at 86.7 million in January, one of the lowest inventories since the ...

Overton Brahman cattle breeding program named Breeder of the Year

The American Brahman Breeders Association has named the AgriLife Research Brahman cattle program in Overton as their Breeder ...
Tri-State Livestock News

Health considerations for beef heifers transitioning to the breeding herd

Transitioning a heifer calf into a productive, long-term member of the breeding herd requires attention to many important ...
Post-Bulletin

ICA bull and heifer sales helping to grow cow-calf segment

TAMA, Iowa — Prices were strong at the Iowa Cattlemen's Association performance-tested open heifer and bull sale at the Tama Livestock Auction Market in Tama May 1. These are some of the bulls that ...
High Plains Journal

The role of estrus expression in reproductive success

Experts highlight reproductive management strategies such as estrus synchronization that may improve breeding season outcomes.
Orlando Magazine

Florida Made Foods: Cattle Ranches and The State’s Beef Industry

Florida ranching lasts longer than most residents imagine. Beef production sits at the center of the state’s agricultural heritage for more than 400 years, anchored in a working landscape that often ...