Strategic Bull Selection

Strategic Bull Selection Breeding season – and the work that leads to it – is a crucial time for a ranch. The decisions made here directly impact calving and sale season results. As you identify goals and ambitions and create a map to get there, it is imperative to have herd sires either on the […]

Designing Effective Calving Facilities

Designing Effective Calving Facilities Setting up a calving facility requires thoughtful planning to ensure it meets the needs of cattle and handlers during one of the most critical times in livestock management. The best facilities take into consideration safety, available labor, and reliability. Key design considerations, such as proper layout, safety, chute access, and available […]

Genomic Testing Parentage to Performance

Genomic Testing Parentage to Performance Genomic testing has made a significant difference in the way cattle are bred and managed.  The technology can help producers isolate noteworthy traits like average daily gain and calving ease to make genetic gains far more quickly than through traditional methods. Genomic testing can be used by producers with a […]

New Opportunities for Producers

The American Cattlemen Podcast: New Opportunities for Producers The cattle industry is always changing and growing. Honestly, keeping up with everything in the cattle industry can be tough. That’s why we started The American Cattlemen Podcasts. They’ve made life so much easier. These days, you can listen to expert advice, industry updates, and even personal […]

MAXIMIZING CATTLE PRODUCTION ON YOUR BEEF OPERATION

Article courtesy of Central Life Sciences To maximize production on a beef operation, operators must have a comprehensive management plan in place. This starts with a thorough evaluation of your property and resources followed by setting feasible long-term goals. A successful management plan accounts for every moving part of an operation, knowing that they all […]

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Protecting Your Assets

Protecting Your Assets When Jeff Vogel, president of RWV Land & Livestock in Jackson, New Jersey, first considered incorporating security and surveillance cameras on his farm, he was focused on addressing a few key issues – namely, monitoring the health and wellbeing of his livestock, streamlining the process of well checks for cows in labor, […]