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Seedstock
Researchers Compare Fixed-Timed AI Protocols
Comparisons of pregnancy rates of fixed-timed artificial insemination (TAI) protocols in mature, suckled beef cows have generally favored the five-day, progesterone-impregnated, controlled internal drug release (CIDR) synchronization protocol over the seven-day CIDR program. Unfortunately, the five-day protocol is more labor intensive, which may offset the observed fertility advantages....
Video: A x B x C x D = Reproductive Success
There can be any number of problems that affect the ultimate success of an AI program. Willie Altenburg with Genex explains the equation for reproductive performance that he uses when he troubleshoots an less-than-successful AI program....
The Bull Market Is Definitely Bullish
Given the high prices in all cattle sectors and optimistic expectations for the future, everyone expected a higher bull market this spring. While it hasn’t materialized to the level of the other sectors, the strength of the early bull sales is surprising some folks, particularly when you consider that U.S. herd expansion hasn’t really yet begun....
A Look At the Future of Seedstock Production
The future of seedstock production lies in meeting the needs of fewer, larger commercial operations with more accurate, diverse genetics and service...
Red Angus Adds New Carcass EPDs For Profitability
The newly released Red Angus Association of America (RAAA) 2011 Spring EPDs include two new genetic prediction tools for carcass weight (CW) and yield grade (YG). RAAA says the incorporation of the two new carcass EPDs will have a direct impact on carcass value by empowering producers to better predict the profitability of their beef product through carcass traits and feedyard profitability...
Limousin Launches New Website
The North American Limousin Foundation (NALF) has launched its new website – www.nalf.org – designed to serve both Limousin members and commercial producers by providing up-to-date info regarding Limousin genetics, market trends, educational info and much more...
Cloned steer wins Iowa State Fair Cattle Show
Doc, a cloned steer, raised eyebrows this fall when he was crowned 4-H grand champion steer at the Iowa State Fair...
Progressive Seedstock Producers Offer Ranchers Great Profit Opportunity
If a new bull is the only thing you have to show from your dealings with seedstock suppliers, then you’re probably leaving lots of potential on the table...
From Our Columnists
Even With High Prices, Be Sure To Weigh The Return
Depending on which side of the biscuit you butter, these are fixing to be halcyon days in the cow-calf business. At least they are judging by the chatter you hear...
Key Economic Opportunities In Calf Marketing
My last series of articles focused on the economic challenges occurring in the beef-cow sector since the start of the biofuels era. This month, I’ll focus on the key economic opportunities...
Nitrate Accumulation In Plants Is A Matter Of Many Factors
Drought has made it a very rough year for many herds in the U.S. In the midst of this scramble for forage in drought areas, we need to be careful about where feeds originate...
