Articles by Abigail George
Blockchain: Technology leading us to the future
Blockchain technology is advancing the beef industry by adding traceability for consumers and allowing producers to receive premiums for their efforts in producing quality meat.
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Consider PRF insurance as a risk management strategy
Drought can compromise forage production and put a cattle operation at risk. PRF insurance is one strategy designed to protect producers in those instances.
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How to top the sale: Blending marketing and risk management strategies
Selling on the market can be risky for cow-calf producers. It is important producers understand what risk they are trying to manage, and what tools and strategies are available to them.
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Hide color: Does it really matter?
Hide color continues to play an important role in the market price of cattle, as it has for many years. In the end, the market is based on what consumers want, and what they are willing to pay for it.
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Is history repeating itself in today’s cattle markets?
Even as drought covers many of the top cattle-producing states and input prices continue to rise, experts believe a positive outlook for cattle producers is coming in the next few years.
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Family, farming, food and fun: That’s the goal for Donnell Century Farm
Donnell Century Farm has diversified their Angus cow and crop farm with a farm agritourism adventure. Rooted in family and farming, their operation continues to grow, recently adding a butcher shop to their on-the-farm attractions.
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