Picking sires is where producers can make the greatest impact on their herds. Bulls are responsible for many calves a year, while cows usually contribute one calf a year.

Rising operating costs, global competition and societal concerns about energy and the environment have created many economic challenges for the U.S. beef industry.

In bull selection, indexes and EPDs are often used as an either/or type of question: “Do I use indexes when I select bulls, or do I stick with EPDs because our operation focuses on _____?” Without a doubt, the answer is always: “Use both.”

Most beef producers don’t adopt A.I. as a practice because they think it will require more expense or the hiring of a professional.

The U.S. has seen a rapid decline in beef cattle numbers over the past four years. This decrease has largely been driven by drought conditions in states with high concentrations of cattle and associated high input costs.

Whether you are striving to raise elite seedstock or high-quality commercial calves, a major goal of your operation is – or should be – getting as many cows pregnant as early in the breeding season as possible.

Whether we are looking to purchase a new truck, determine how much hay will be needed for the winter or decide which NFL team is favored to win the Super Bowl, we use information to make those decisions.