Angus at Work

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Would it be fair to say the cattle industry revolves around relationships? These bonds are visible in the relationship between buyers and sellers, the partnership producers develop with their veterinarian or nutritionist, and the team we hope cattlemen can lean on when it comes to succession planning. With all the experts available within our industry, why play the risk man...

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Females are the backbone of the U.S. cow herd, but how can we as cattlemen do everything within reason to help those females reach their full potential?  

On this episode we visit with a guest I always enjoy chatting with: Associate Professor and Extension Beef Cattle Specialist with Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Jason Smith. Settle in as we discuss female-focused nutriti...

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Females are the factory that keep our operations moving forward. In the April edition of the Angus Beef Bulletin, you might have noticed the Female Foundations section. This new section is entirely focused on highlighting ranches that take managing their females to the next level. 

On this episode our very own Shauna Hermel sat down Rob and Leslie Hendry of Clear Creek Cattl...

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Cattlemen are without a doubt one of the most resilient groups of people on the planet. While the cattle industry has weathered its fair share of market ups and downs, this current point in the cattle cycle is treating producers selling cattle pretty well.

On today’s episode our very own Shauna Hermel sat down with Senior Beef Analyst with Rabobank, Lance Zimmerman, to discu...

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While estate planning is likely to rank low on activities that bring most of humanity joy, agriculturalists need to devote time to getting their transition plan right.

But how do we go from broaching the topic of estate planning with loved ones to setting in motion an iron-clad transition when the time comes? Luckily, Shannon Ferrell - professor of Agriculture Economics spec...

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While policy related to the cattle industry is undeniably important, as producers we typically fall into one of two camps: those of us who understand the importance of beef policy but who have seemingly one million things also requiring our attention back at home and those of us who derive great pleasure in the happenings related to beef in our home states and in Washington...

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Welcome to a brand new season of Angus at Work! To kick off this year we visited with two individuals who are very familiar with cattle markets and customer service. 

On this episode we travelled to Beaver, Okla., to sit down with Jeff Slatten, owner of Beaver County Stockyards, to hear his opinion on the current cattle markets, what is going well when it comes to cattle mar...

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We’re smack dab in the middle of a season of celebration and the beef industry certainly has its fair share to be thankful for.

On this episode - as part of a new quarterly market update feature - we chatted with Troy Marshall, Director of Commercial Industry Relations, about current trends in the cattle market, how Angus feeder-calf sales in several states got their start a...

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When considering the genetics you're currently using in your own herd (or those you're planning to use moving forward), a major challenge arises when bulls from multiple breeds are considered for the role of herd sire.

While in the past across breed expected progeny difference (EPD) comparisons might have been valid cause to pull your own hair out, resear...

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With the holidays upon us, 2025 will be arriving before we know it. Keeping that idea in mind, our team wanted to switch things up to give you a sneak peek at our January 2025 edition of the Angus Beef Bulletin. 

On this episode, Lynsey McAnally checked in with your Angus regional managers Casey Jentz (Region 4), Will Harsh (Region 7), Quanah Gardiner (Region 12) and Shawn G...

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Here at the Angus Beef Bulletin, our staff works to provide you – our subscribers – the most up-to-date information regarding health, nutrition, marketing, genetics and management. When we had the opportunity to interview a Kansas veterinarian at Angus Convention about a company working to provide effective vaccinations for immediate animal health concerns, we knew we had t...

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When it comes to the vehicles used on cattle operations, one could say they’re the modern-day workhorse. But unlike nearly all the equipment we use in day-to-day operations, our pickups aren’t always purchased from a salesman who understands the unique needs of farmers and ranchers. Enter the Certified Agriculture Group, an entity set on changing the landscape when it comes...

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Whether cattlemen are marketing their calves through a sale barn, selling strictly through video sales or retaining ownership through the feedlot, one commonality shared by every producer is the desire to continue developing high-quality fat cattle.
 
On this episode we are joined by Chad Barker with National Beef, along with our very own Miranda Reiman, to discuss:...

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Did you know the current red meat yield equation was rolled out in 1962? While our cattle have certainly changed over the last 60 years, the calculations used to compensate producers haven’t kept up with the times. Enter Dr. Dale Woerner and his team at Texas Tech University who are determined to find a better way to calculate true red meat yield using state-of-the-art tech...

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The cattle cycle is something everyone in the beef business is familiar with, but one incredibly bright spot in the current cycle is the quality of beef U.S. cattlemen are bringing to the table with less cattle overall.
 
On this episode, we are joined by Paul Dykstra, Director of Supply Management & Analysis with Certified Angus Beef. Take a listen as Paul and...

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There isn’t a cattleman alive who would argue against a strong relationship with their local veterinarian. While rural vets often grace our barns and working pens at odd hours, the optimum time to build a relationship and herd success plan probably isn’t at 3:00 a.m. while wrapping up a c-section. 

On this episode of Angus At Work, we invite you to take a seat and join the c...

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Challenges come in all shapes and sizes for livestock producers, but when it comes to expanding your operation, building a home or embarking on a new business venture, interest rates are probably at the top of the list. 

On this episode we invite you to take a seat and join the conversation as our host, Miranda Reiman, chats with Don Close, Chief Research & Analytics Off...

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If we asked you to identify one major concern for the ag industry, what would your answer be? Whether you’re a cattleman managing an operation on your own or a feedlot manager responsible for ensuring the success of customer cattle, labor will most likely be toward the top of your list. 

Though not out to replace skilled livestock stewards, technology may offer som...

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Whether you’re new to the business or have family ties going back generations, marketing insight and opportunities are vital to the continued success of any operation. But how can producers get good cattle in front of the right buyers? Video sales are one option that might be worth exploring. 

On this episode we invite you to take a seat and join the conversation as we chat ...