Livestock

Extra days on feed means heavier carcass weights and also plays a part in rising numbers of Choice and Prime carcasses. (Courtesy photo.)
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Tyson plant closing will impact Nebraska ranchers

Nebraska livestock industry feels the hit of the announced Tyson plant closing in Lexington, Dave Bergmeier writes. Read More

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KDA reminds poultry owners of HPAI risk

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Speer shares optimism about beef industry at KLA Convention 

Feedlot intensive production system beef cattle. (iStock │ #2153732613 - shiota)

Calculating annual cow costs webinar series scheduled in 2026

Beef cattle in pasture at sunset. (iStock │ #207406680 - Steve Lovegrove)

Livestock Calendar December 19 2025

Cattle in feedlot in West Texas. (iStock │ #174479340 - dhughes9)

With U.S. beef slaughter down, consumer prices likely to remain high

Temperature and precipitation patterns varied sharply across the country with eyes on Northwest, according to the U.S. Drought Monitor.

Temps and precipitation varied sharply across country

Black Angus cattle graze along rocky area of pasture. (Courtesy photo.)

NCTA students gain Insights at Range Beef Cow Symposium

Cattle Markets

Glass and pitcher of milk: congerdesign. Photo courtesy of Pixabay.

Whole Milk for Healthy Kids Act clears hurdle

Dave Begmeier

Texan faces cattle theft charge