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Commentary

Consumers—not science—are driving demand for antibiotic-free meat

How do consumers in major metro areas on the East Coast perceive your use of antibiotics? Here are some interesting survey results.

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Industry At A Glance

Beef demand vs. beef consumption: What’s the difference?

Consumption and demand reflect two very different things. Most importantly, declining consumption does not reflect declining demand. So what’s the difference?

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KEEP IT REAL
In the pasture 

Lower birth weight = more live calves

In the feedlot 

Higher yearling weight = more pounds, efficiently

At harvest 

Increased carcass weight = more pounds at harvest

Larger ribeye = better yield grades

More marbling = higher quality grades

 

Commentary

NCBA should take heed from the political parties

The beef business can learn a lesson from the present state of politics—listen to your base.

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Pasture/Range

Innovative rainwater harvesting in Texas gets well-deserved praise

A Texas rancher and a county livestock facility have won awards in Texas for their rainwater capture systems.

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April 4th, Kearney, NE - Broadcast on Superior and CattleUSA.com

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Videos and Catalog at www.APEXCattle.com

 

Commentary

Good men gone: Funerals make rancher wonder about the future

Too many funerals make you wonder, who’s ready to step up and fill those shoes?

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Photo Gallery

Ranchers celebrate spring on the ranch

BEEF is celebrating spring on the ranch with a new photo contest. See the reader submitted photos here and stop by on Monday to help us pick our contest winner.

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Strategically deworming your pasture

The goal of a strategic deworming program is to reduce parasite burdens in the animals and on the pasture. Get tips from Merck Animal Health on how to effectively deworm your pastures without all the labor, handling and stress.

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Beef Exports

International beef trade grows more important for U.S. producers

Brazil and other South American countries will ramp up beef exports. What does that mean for U.S. producers?

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BEEF Poll

Has spring sprung in your neck of the woods?

  • Yes, the grass is greening, the calves are doing well and we’re ready for another grazing season.
  • Yes, but just barely. A few tentative green sprigs are showing up.
  • Not yet. It’s still too cold for green grass around here
Vote here

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Digital Edition

April BEEF Magazine

The April issue of BEEF magazine is now online. See our 2016 pest and parasite guide, plus get the latest on heifer returns from Harlan Hughes.

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