BEEF_DAILY A Penton Media Property November 10, 2009 If you want to view this on the web go to: http://enews.penton.com/enews/beef/v/912 --Envisioning 2020, Preparing for Future Global Demand Although I have never attended the International Livestock Congress-USA, I have heard great reviews from those that have participated in this event. I have been asked to pass some information along to generate interest for this program, and to invite all of you to take part in a 10-minute survey about your cattle operation. I just completed the survey, and the questions were pretty easy and straight forward. The survey is designed to gauge the short term (next two years) planning intentions of ranchers across the country (and internationally). Survey results will be released and discussed at the 2010 International Livestock Congress-USA to be held in Denver, Jan. 11-12, 2010. To view the full article go to: http://blog.beefmagazine.com/beef_daily/2009/11/10/envisioning-2020-preparing-for-future-global-demand/ ---------------------------------------- ADVERTISEMENT Profit Proven Gardiner Influenced Commercial Angus Female Sale Nov. 30, 2009 * Pratt Livestock in Pratt, Kansas Selling 700 head Visit www.gardinerangus.com/home.html for more information. ---------------------------------------- --Raising and Keeping Calm Cattle We define how cattle behave and react when being handled by several definitions. Temperament, disposition, calmness, aggressiveness and flight zone are all words or terms used to describe this interaction between cow and stockman. Recent studies discussed below all indicate that calm cattle have superior performance and tend to have improved health, leading to more desirable carcasses. In addition to these economic and performance reasons, there are several additional reasons that cattle temperament is a very important selection criteria. As an industry, we are under increased scrutiny regarding how we provide a healthy, clean environment, how we minimize injury, and how we treat and handle cattle with minimal stress. Cattle temperament is an important part of this relationship. Additionally, we are all forced to operate larger herds with less and less help in order to remain viable. Docile cattle move through processing facilities easier, are less prone to accidents and injury, and reduce wear and tear on equipment and facilities. To view the full article go to: http://beefmagazine.com/sectors/cow-calf/1110-raising-keeping-calm-cattle/ --Guidelines for Culling Cows For most cattle producers, culling cows is not an easy task. However, some culling needs to be done each year to maintain optimal productivity. Records on each cow's yearly production would be beneficial when making culling decisions, but collecting some information when the cows are processed can give you a good place to start. Cattlemen should make it a point to evaluate all breeding females at least once a year. Weaning is likely the most convenient time to do this evaluation. In addition to their vaccinations, cows should also be pregnancy-tested, evaluated for structural soundness and aged based on the condition of their teeth. This information will take a little extra time to collect, but will be valuable when determining a culling order. To view the full article go to: http://beefmagazine.com/sectors/cow-calf/1110-guidelines-culling-cows/ ---------------------------------------- ADVERTISEMENT Forget the trick shot. Aim high at J-Buckle Ranch. Learn more about our registered and commercial Angus operation at http://www.j-buckleranch.com ---------------------------------------- --Boneless Beef From Older U.S. Cattle Okay For Taiwan Boneless beef from older U.S. cattle will be eligible for shipment to Taiwan, the sixth-largest U.S. beef customer, for the first time in six years, the U.S. Agriculture Department said on Friday. The Food Safety and Inspection Service posted regulations on the Internet that clarify Taiwan's import rules. Until now, only boneless beef from cattle 30 months or younger was allowed. Bone-in beef, such as ribs and T-bone steaks, are prohibited. To view the full article go to: http://beefmagazine.com/markets/1110-taiwain-beef-markets/ --BEEF Daily Blog Meet BEEF Daily Editor Amanda Nolz (http://beefmagazine.com/news/amanda-nolz/). With her boots planted firmly on the ground as both a cattle producer and an agriculture writer and speaker, this young cattle industry professional presents her unique perspective on pertinent industry issues and trends each Monday to Thursday morning. To view the full article go to: http://blog.beefmagazine.com/beef_daily/ ABOUT THIS NEWSLETTER You are subscribed to this newsletter as #email# To subscribe to this newsletter go to: http://subscribe.beef-mag.com/?tc=NLSUB To unsubscribe from this newsletter go to: http://subscribe.beefmagazine.com/?tc=NLSUB&cid=#message_id#&lid=#list_id#&email=#email# For information on advertising in this newsletter, please contact: Roger Randall at mailto:roger.randall@penton.com Do you have comments or suggestions about BEEF Daily or its content? 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