Do’s and Don’ts of Local Beef

Garth Ruff, Beef Cattle Field Specialist, OSU Extension If you just glanced at the title of this column, you maybe surprised as to how the next few paragraphs unfold, however there are a couple of points that I want to make, and feel are warranted after seeing some misleading/untruthful advertisements for local/freezer beef here recently. First off, I am a big supporter of local food production and direct marketing. When done properly in…

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NCBA and PLC Condemn BLM Headquarters Move in the Middle of Historic Crises

WASHINGTON (September 17, 2021) — Today, the National Cattlemen's Beef Association (NCBA) and Public Lands Council (PLC) condemned the Bureau of Land Management's (BLM) decision to relocate its headquarters to Washington, D.C. amid multiple, historic environmental crises in the western United States. "More than 5.5 million acres of land have burned in catastrophic wildfires so far this year. From Arizona to Minnesota, 14 states are experiencing extreme drought that has thrown thousands of rural communities into…

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Cattle Chat: Knowing when to retreat an illness

Providing comfort care and understanding when to intervene are keys to wellness MANHATTAN, Kan. — Strep throat, and ear and sinus infections are just a few bacterial illnesses that might lead a physician to prescribe an antibiotic. Oftentimes relief soon follows. But when the sickness lingers, sometimes it is necessary to retreat the infection. This can be true in cattle as well. Treatment intervals and comfort care were two topics of discussion on…

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Cattle Chat: Caring for growing bulls

K-State experts offer tips on meeting the nutritional needs of young bulls to aid in fertility MANHATTAN, Kan. — Anyone who has raised a teenage boy knows that meeting his nutritional needs can be challenging because of the rapid growth his body is experiencing. Just like teenage boys, young bulls also have special nutritional needs to optimize their growth and development, said the experts with the Beef Cattle Institute at Kansas State University…

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BEEF TOSTADAS

Lime marinated grilled flank steak gives a special flavor to Beef Tostadas. Make this easy recipe for a twist to taco night or anytime you are craving a delicious Mexican dinner. PREP TIME 10 mins OTHER TIME 2 hrs COOK TIME 15 mins TOTAL TIME 2 hrs 25 mins INGREDIENTS: 1 pound Certified Angus Beef ® flank steak1/4 cup vegetable oil2 tablespoons fresh lime juice1/4 teaspoon grated lime zest1/4 teaspoon ground cumin1/4 teaspoon salt1 (16-ounce) can…

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Make the Most of Your 2022 Cattle Industry Convention Experience

Opportunities to Get Involved Before February CENTENNIAL, Colo. (Sept. 14, 2021) – The 2022 Cattle Industry Convention & NCBA Trade Show is just around the corner, and there are ways to get involved before the event. The National Cattlemen’s Beef Association (NCBA) offers a variety of activities to get more engaged with CattleCon22, which will be held Feb. 1-3, 2022, in Houston. Event Influencer Program The Event Influencer program is designed to give social…

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Gear up for fall home energy management

By Trisha Gedon STILLWATER, Okla. – Given the unpredictability of Oklahoma weather, homeowners may still be running air conditioners and fans for several more weeks. However, energy management adjustments should begin now. Nearly half the energy used in the home goes to heating and cooling, said Gina Peek, Oklahoma State University Extension housing and consumer specialist and interim associate dean. “Making smart decisions regarding your home’s heating and cooling system can have a big impact on…

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