Kansas State beef cattle experts offer considerations for using AI in the herd

Good body condition and calving early in the season are keys to success with an AI synchronization protocol for cows. | Download this photo. Cattle Chat: Breeding cows with artificial insemination Kansas State beef cattle experts offer considerations for using AI in the herd MANHATTAN, Kan. — Many beef producers ascribe to the belief that the main job of a cow on the ranch is to annually raise a healthy calf. To do that she…

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Breeding Season Planning Resources

Aaron Berger, Nebraska Extension Beef Educator The development of estrus synchronization protocols for beef cattle that can be used for either natural service or artificial insemination has provided greater opportunities for cattle producers to benefit from these technologies. Photo credit Troy Walz The breeding season will soon be underway for spring calving herds.  Understanding the factors that contribute to a successful breeding season in heifers and cows can help cow-calf producers effectively manage…

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Why Should You Become BQA Certified?

Jesse Fulton, Extension Educator, Director of Nebraska Beef Quality Assurance In order to meet and exceed consumer expectations, we must have two things: product integrity and a high-quality product that meets the eating satisfaction of the consumer. Photo credit Troy Walz. In a previous article, I left you with a quick overview of the history of the Beef Quality Assurance (BQA) program and the importance of the program today. In this article, I want…

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DRIVING DEMAND: FOODSERVICE

DEMAND IS DIFFERENT AMID PANDEMIC, BUT WILL BUILD BACK STRONGER By: Abbie Burnett What costs most for a restaurant isn’t the meat, but an empty seat. Chef Joshua Moore of Volare Italian Ristorante in Louisville, Ky., remembers hearing that at a Certified Angus Beef® (CAB®) field day in Texas several years ago. It resonates even more after rounding a year of a pandemic. Just as ranchers know the wisdom of proactive investment, Moore knows…

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PANDEMIC UNDERSCORES BEEF DEMAND TRENDS

by Abbie Burnett It’s been a year. A long, arduous year since last March when grocery stores and restaurants around the world had their business plans radically changed in just a few days. As they adjusted day-to-day operations, one beef industry trend resonated louder: “quality matters.” David O’Diam saw it unfold from his perspective as vice president of retail for the Certified Angus Beef ® (CAB®) brand. Retail beef sales during the pandemic displaced much of…

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2021 Brings Chance to Improve Hay Quality!!!

Chris Teutsch, UK Research and Education Center at Princeton Recently I presented a summary of ten years of hay testing results from the Kentucky Department of Agriculture’s forage testing program. This sample set included more than 14,000 hay samples. The full presentation can be viewed on the KY Forages YouTube Channel. Figure 1. Proportion of hay samples tested at the Kentucky Department of Agriculture over a ten-year period (2007-17) that would meet the energy…

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American Angus Auxiliary Scholarship Applications Due May 1

Ten scholarships will be awarded, and the top five young women will compete for Miss American Angus. The American Angus Auxiliary 2021 scholarship applications for National Junior Angus Association (NJAA) members are due May 1. Ten scholarships will be awarded to the top five young men and the top five young women. The top five young women’s applications are the basis of which the candidates for Miss American Angus are chosen. Apply now for an Auxiliary…

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Cattle Chat: Managing to prevent grass tetany in cattle

Spring calving cows grazing on cool season grasses are prone to this disease if not nutritionally managed MANHATTAN, Kan. — Spring-calving cow-calf pairs grazing on green pastures is often a sign that spring has arrived. However, it is also a time that cattle producers need to be watchful for cows experiencing grass tetany, according to Kansas State University beef cattle experts. On a recent Cattle Chat podcast, Beef Cattle Institute veterinarians Brad White and…

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RECIPE: BEEF AND BEAN 5-LAYER DIP

Satisfy a hungry cheering crowd with Beef and Bean 5-Layer Dip. The perfect easy-to-make hearty appetizer for game day. INGREDIENTS: 1 1/2 pounds Certified Angus Beef ® ground beef2 teaspoons canola oil1 package (8-ounce) taco simmer sauce1 (16-ounce) can refried beans1 (15-ounce) can of black beans, drained and rinsed2 (4-ounce) cans diced green chilies2 cups shredded Mexican blend cheese1 cup sour cream2 cups medium or hot salsa2 (10 to 15-ounce each) bags tortilla chips INSTRUCTIONS: Preheat…

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