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What Happens In A Cattle Feedlot

So what really takes place at a cattle feedlot? Many folks refer to these places of business as factory farms. … More

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What Cattle Eat Affect the Flavor of your Beef

Have you ever heard the saying, “You are what you eat?” Well, the same thing rings true for cattle. The debate over grain or grass fed beef has been ongoing, but there are certainly pros and cons to both that…

How to identify common breeds of beef cattle

Over 70 breeds of cattle can be found in the United States today. However, only about 12 to 15 breeds have a major influence on the cattle industry.

Beef Marbling: Why is Marbling Important in Meat?

What makes a good steak? Is it a steak's tenderness? Juiciness? Flavor? If you answered yes, you’re a fan of Beef Marbling and it's very important in beef.

Do Beef Cattle Have A Biological Limit To Productivity?

Per-animal production may be approaching the limits of beef cattle’s ability, while straining the outer limits of the industry’s economic model.

Is bloating in beef cattle heritable?

Bloating on legume pastures is a concern as fall weather approaches. 

Money Minute: Repair or Buy New Farm Equipment?

The question of repair vs. trading in for new farm equipment isn’t one that’s easily answered. Ag operations need to take many factors into consideration.

8 Things Farm Equipment Can Teach You About Yourself

Fastline loves farm equipment – not just because we make it easy to find your next piece of equipment, but also because of how much it can teach you about yourself. Check out the 8 Things far…

Jack Dillard: Beef Cattle Short Course provides learning opportunities

When it is too hot to work, we should take that time to learn. That will probably mean (for me) to read and to plan, even daydream some, plus make plans to accomplish more for better times ahead, and there will

Would Loyalty Pay Off In This Retail Stock?

There's a reason traders say, "don't get married to your stocks." Stocks are fickle and offer very little in the way of loyalty, no matter how great you are.

Farmers ask: Should they be able to repair their own tractor or farm equipment?

Many farmers are frustrated that they either have to hold on to older equipment that they can repair themselves to save money or buy newer equipment that has much higher repair costs and restrictions by companies.

Use Caution When Considering Farm Equipment Leases

Many factors in the current agricultural economy are leading producers to consider a lease arrangement of new capital purchases instead of an outright purchase.

Some farm equipment is a source of toxic chemicals in dairy, study finds

A new report by the Coalition for Safer Food Processing & Packaging has both bad news and good news for lovers of dairy products.

Pass the Salt: Beef Cattle Gains Increased in DDGS Study

DDGS plus salt as a self-fed supplement boosted cattle gains and curbed indirect expenses.

5 Step Metal Barn Construction In 3 Days For Farm Equipment

Watch a timelapse of the three day process to build a large barn for farm equipment with a custom-built endwall.

Trading Up Farm Equipment? Be Careful of Painful Tax Surprises

The pressure to lease equipment is exposing many farmers to credit misunderstandings and unexpected tax bills

Study Finds a Seaweed Infused Diet Can Help Reduce Methane Emissions From Beef Cattle

Study Finds a Seaweed Infused Diet Can Help Reduce Methane Emissions From Beef Cattle Seafood News

Farmers and motorists can work together to prevent traffic collisions involving farm equipment

Motorists and farmers can use these practical recommendations to avoid traffic collisions involving farm equipment.

Extension Corner: Be careful when encountering farm equipment on the roads

Your patience and slowing down when encountering farm vehicles can save lives.