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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.
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This issue sponsored by:
Profit Proven
Gardiner Influenced Commercial Angus Female Sale
Nov. 30, 2009 • Pratt Livestock in Pratt, Kansas
Selling 700 head
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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.
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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.
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This issue sponsored by:
Forget the trick shot. Aim
high at J-Buckle Ranch.
Learn more about our registered and commercial Angus operation at www.j-buckleranch.com
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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.
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Meet BEEF Daily Editor 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.
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