Date: Apr 05 2011
News ReleaseWhat began as an idea to create specifications for beef with a breed connection has sparked the interest of many over the years to create their own branded programs. The founding brand remains at the top, but the proliferation of others has arguably made the entire beef industry more consumer driven.
Date: Mar 17 2011
News ReleaseCattlemen may hear about the shrinking beef industry and wonder about their role in the future. They can take heart in the expanding high-quality end of the business, however.
Date: Mar 15 2011
News ReleaseIn a perfect world, cattle growth promotants would improve increase marbling, too. Short of that, feeders can strike a balance between grade and gain, implant and marbling levels. Here are four of the top ways:
Date: Mar 11 2011
News ReleaseCattlemen know genetic change is a slow process, especially when compared to other species. That should be enough motivation to think about stacking genetics, says Aaron Arnett, Select Sires vice president. Bull selection is only half the equation.
Date: Mar 10 2011
News ReleaseYou could read your way to more profitable, high-quality beef production. A new 40-page edition from the Certified Angus Beef ® (CAB®) brand shows how and why to increase the supply of cattle that qualify.
Date: Mar 02 2011
News ReleaseFive students pursuing agricultural careers have been awarded $15,000 in Colvin Scholarships by the Certified Angus Beef ® brand. “We are honored to present these awards to tomorrow’s beef industry leaders,” said John Stika, Certified Angus Beef LLC (CAB) president. “These young people are the future and we’re happy to play even a small role in paving the way to success.”
Date: Feb 24 2011
News ReleaseQuality beef production is on everyone’s mind today. Consumers want the best and most consistent beef for their money. Maybe that’s why strong exports and premium U.S. markets for upper Choice and Prime beef brands have helped lead cattle to record high prices.
Date: Jan 30 2011
News ReleaseHigh percentage Angus calves continue to outsell non-Angus calves of similar weight and frame at livestock auctions across the U.S. Data collected from eight cooperating markets in fall 2010 reveal steers of that breed brought $6.32 per hundredweight (/cwt.) more than their non-Angus counterparts.That’s a $32.58/head Angus advantage for the average 516-pound (lb.) steer.
Date: Jan 28 2011
News ReleaseThe 2010 beef business trends include exceptional prices, increased quality and better rewards. “Slaughter cows and bulls were a hot commodity and producers cashed in on those record prices from the spring through the fall,” said Paul Dykstra, beef cattle specialist with the Certified Angus Beef ® (CAB®) brand. He tracks USDA grading trends and harvest numbers in his weekly column, Rearview Mirror on Quality.
Date: Jan 21 2011
News ReleaseWith all the work there is to do on a farm or ranch, cattle producers don’t have time to spend hours in front of a computer. It may seem ironic, but that’s why the Certified Angus Beef LLC (CAB) supply development team has entered into the “social media” scene.
