Feedyards are encouraged to feed cattle longer, thus pushing carcass weights to record highs. More and more pounds — but how many of those pounds are saleable beef? Is there a way to increase red meat yield while maintaining marbling for palatability — without increasing the waste fat?
Progress happens when people are at the table, engaged and committed to action. With a vested interest in the industry’s future, CAB is leaning in on conversations surrounding evolutions in meat science.
Even as the nation’s cow herd contracts, “more pounds” and “higher quality” have been common themes. Specific to commercial cattlemen: It still pays to focus on carcass merit, in addition to other economically relevant traits.
Compound interest is the concept of making small investments over time add up. Depositing in the “trust bank” will keep the beef industry strong long term. This is our second installment of the quarterly “At the Table” column, authored by Nicole Erceg.
In an era of skepticism consumers have trust issues, especially with those raising their food. The good news is demand is strong and taste is the main driver. Trust is going to be the key to gaining consumer confidence.
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