Feed accounts for 65 percent to 80 percent of total beef-production costs. With grain prices at their highest levels ever, finding a way to lower those costs is important to cattle producers. Feed-management practices go only so far, however. A more promising tool for cattle producers is genetic selection for improved feed efficiency. more

The American Angus Association® remained at the top of the beef cattle industry in 2009, with the number of registrations far outpacing those of any other breed.

“Our year-end statistics continue to demonstrate strong demand for Angus genetics and solidify our long-held position as a leader in the beef cattle industry,” Bryce Schumann, American Angus Association CEO, said. “These results underscore our members’ commitment to providing genetic solutions to the beef cattle industry, and record-breaking sales for Certified Angus Beef® further substantiate Angus demand.” more

KANSAS CITY, Mo. — Despite a U.S. economic downturn and resulting depressed beef demand, Certified Hereford Beef (CHB) LLC experienced growth in the marketplace and added new team members to increase opportunities during fiscal year (FY) 2009. more

Updated carcass trait EPDs online, scheduled for weekly release.

The American Angus Association® has issued its first release of genomic-enhanced EPDs for multiple carcass traits, now available at www.angus.org through AAA Login or EPD/Pedigree lookup. more

Those in search of a convenient, online marketplace for Limousin and Lim-Flex® feeder calves, females and bulls need look no further than the North American Limousin Foundation (NALF) home page (www.nalf.org). more

KANSAS CITY, Mo. — Looking to market or purchase elite Hereford genetics? The American Hereford Association (AHA) has launched a new online auction Web site — BuyHereford.com — which will feature regular online consignment auctions. more

The North American Limousin Foundation (NALF) is working with seven auction markets in four states to promote special Limousin-influenced feeder-calf sales this fall. The effort is part of the Limousin breed’s commitment to the commercial cow-calf sector. more

KANSAS CITY, Mo. — Looking to market Hereford and Hereford-influenced feeder calves this fall? Consign to a Hereford feeder calf sale in your region and you may be rewarded with a premium. More and more sales are being organized every year because of their continued success. more

Nearly 60,000 Internet users have viewed Angus and Angus-related videos on American Angus Association®’s YouTube channel during the last year. The majority of those views have taken place during just the last six months – and traffic continues to grow each day. more

Back in late July, the National Junior Angus Association (NJAA) Board of Directors set out to build the industry’s premier social networking community on Facebook.

After less than two months, the NJAA Fan Page now claims 700-plus members – and the ranks continue to grow each day. more