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Industry At A Glance: Composition Of Feedyard Calf Placements

2014-07-08 19:42:00| Beef

Theres been an important shift occurring among the nations feedyards over time. Most notably, the composition of placements has undergone some significant changes since 2000. read more

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What Drives Value In a Feedyard Steer?

2014-04-17 20:26:00| Beef

There are several important factors that determine value in a feedyard steer, but feed efficiency is number one. read more

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Feedyard Biosecurity Plans Ready For Rollout

2014-04-10 18:47:00| Beef

While feedyard biosecurity has been on the radar ever since the 2001 outbreak of foot and mouth disease in England, the issue took on a higher level of scrutiny recently. Ever since the outbreak of foot and mouth disease nearly decimated Englands animal agricultural industry, feedyard biosecurity has been an issue. But for the most part, efforts by state livestock associations and regional emergency management officials have been conducted under the radar. Thats all changed, thanks to a Department of Homeland Security project that elevated the issue of feedyard biosecurity to a new level. read more

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Industry At A Glance: Feedyard Marketings By Capacity

2014-03-05 22:53:00| Beef

By Nevil Speer, Western Kentucky University The cattle feeding sector has faced many obstacles and challenges during the past several years, including tight supply, volatile feed prices and escalating capital requirements. Across all sorts of industries and businesses, size of operation carries certain economic advantages. read more

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