BEEF Cow-Calf Weekly

Final rulemaking by USDA on the 2010 Grain Inspection, Packers and Stockyards Act jeopardizes cattle prices and the ability of beef to compete with pork and poultry for the consumer protein dollar.

Perhaps America, like its professional sports, needs a competition committee that analyzes every new regulation proposed by the federal government.

BEEF economist Harlan Hughes breaks down the numbers and offers his feedback on extended calf marketing alternatives.

Wondering if it's worth the extra work on preconditioning? Research shows the odds of making money with a good preconditioning program are more likely than not. Get a quick refresh on preconditioning here.

Declining land prices have taken a chunk out of agriculture’s ability to generate return on assets. Will the trend continue?