Oct 16
With calf prices remaining strong, cattle producers have an important decision to make this fall: sell calves at weaning or retain ownership and add more weight. OSU extension specialist Scott Clawson says producers need to look beyond the current price of calves and carefully evaluate the potential value of additional weight, the cost of putting …
Oct 14
In today’s Beef Buzz, senior farm and ranch broadcaster Ron Hays speaks with Dan Halstrom, president and CEO of the U.S. Meat Export Federation (USMEF), about August beef export results, strong demand in key Asian markets and the importance of variety meats in maximizing the value of every animal. U.S. beef exports posted a 4% …
Oct 14
ANCW Beef Ambassador Haley Bryand is using her background in the beef cattle industry to educate consumers, advocate for producers and help shape the future of agriculture. A senior at Texas A&M University, Bryand grew up on her family’s cow-calf operation in East Texas and is spending the next year representing the beef industry through …
Oct 13
In today’s Beef Buzz, senior farm and ranch broadcaster Ron Hays features comments from Jamelyn Farney, a beef systems specialist at Kansas State University’s Parsons Research Facility in southeastern Kansas, about the growing use of virtual fencing in the cattle industry. With more companies offering virtual fencing technology to U.S. producers, Farney explains how the …
Oct 12
The Payne County Cattle Producers Annual Banquet is set for October 22, bringing cattle producers and others involved in the beef industry together for an evening of networking, education and recognition in Payne County. OSU Extension Educator Jennifer Patterson spoke with Associate Farm Reporter Carli Davenport about this year’s event, which will feature cattle contests, …
Oct 09
In today’s Beef Buzz, senior farm and ranch broadcaster Ron Hays speaks with beef industry consultant Dr. Nevil Speer about the challenges facing cattle producers as they consider rebuilding the nation’s beef cow herd. From drought and interest rates to elevated replacement heifer costs and an uncertain business environment, Speer explains why producers may be …
Oct 08
In today’s Beef Buzz, senior farm and ranch broadcaster Ron Hays spoke with beef industry consultant and analyst Dr. Nevil Speer about the latest numbers on tariff-free lean beef trimmings imports, the impact on hamburger prices and the possibility of bringing back mandatory country-of-origin labeling. Lean Beef Imports Falling Short of Expectations The Trump administration’s …
Oct 07
Fueled by a near-record performance in Taiwan and a rebound in South Korea, August exports of U.S. beef increased year-over-year, according to data released by USDA and compiled by the U.S. Meat Export Federation (USMEF). August pork exports were lower than a year ago, primarily due to a sharp decline in shipments to Mexico compared …
Oct 07
In today’s Beef Buzz, senior farm and ranch broadcaster Ron Hays speaks with Ben Weinheimer, president and CEO of the Texas Cattle Feeders Association, about the cattle industry’s response to the reintroduction of New World screwworm and renewed discussions surrounding mandatory country-of-origin labeling. Industry Response to Screwworm Has Been Impressive Weinheimer says the cattle industry, …
Oct 06
On Tuesdays, Senior Farm and Ranch Broadcaster Ron Hays visits with Ben Hale of Western Livestock Auctions as he talks about the latest in the markets and more. Established in 1995, Western has grown into a multi-generational family-owned and operated business and stands as a symbol of tradition, excellence, and a deep-rooted passion for the …
