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📈 Cull Cow Prices Surge
Screwworm Preparedness, How Buyers Pick Bulls, Best Practices for Managing Calf Scours, Citrus-Rubbed Beef Top Sirloin & Fruit Kabobs Recipe from Ranching.com by CattleMax.
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IN THE NEWS
📈 Cull Cow Prices Surge
USDA-AMS, Livestock Marketing Information Center
📈 Cull Cow Prices Surge - Cull cow prices are hitting record levels as tighter cattle supplies and strong demand for lean beef continue to push the market higher. With fewer cows available to cull, values are expected to stay firm and give producers solid opportunities when marketing older cows.
💰 Tax Tools for Growth - Updated tax code changes are giving cattle producers more ways to invest back into their operations through expanded deductions and depreciation options. These tools also help support generational transfer, making it easier to pass ranches on while keeping them productive for the future.
🦟 Screwworm Preparedness - As the threat of New World screwworm moves closer, producers are being urged to stay alert and inspect cattle closely for signs of infestation. Being prepared with a response plan and working with veterinarians can help limit damage and protect herd health if cases appear.
🌱 Delay Grazing Start - Turning cattle out too early in spring can weaken forage stands and reduce pasture production for the entire season. Waiting for adequate growth and using late winter for planning helps protect pastures and set up stronger grazing ahead.
🎙️ Ag Voice Remembered - Orion Samuelson, known as the voice of agriculture, passed away at age 91 after a long career sharing the story of farming and ranching. For decades, he helped connect producers to markets, policy and each other, leaving a lasting impact on the ag community.
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RANCHING KNOW-HOW
How Buyers Pick Bulls
 Beef Improvement Federation | A recent study shows bull buyers still rely heavily on visual traits, but also spend time reviewing key genetic data like calving ease and growth performance. Understanding how buyers use this information can help seedstock producers present genetics more clearly and match what customers are really looking for. |
BEHIND THE MIC
Best Practices for Managing Calf Scours
NATURAL DISASTERS
🔥 USDA Offers Disaster Relief for Producers After Wildfires [Beef Magazine]
🔥Tips for Care Following Wildfire [Drovers]
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CATTLE COMMUNITY
RECIPE OF THE WEEK
Citrus-Rubbed Beef Top Sirloin & Fruit Kabobs
This recipe combines fresh fruit and steak in a colorful, easy to eat kabob. This Beef. It's What's For Dinner. recipe is certified by the American Heart Association®. |
READER POLL
With cull cow prices at record levels, what’s your plan? |
LAST WEEK’S POLL RESULTS
What do you prioritize most when selecting replacement females? | 39.73%: Fertility & longevity 17.80%: Calving ease 9.59%: Adaptability to environment 32.88%: Growth & performance |
