The role dairy farmers play in providing a consistent supply of U.S. beef has grown in recent years, with many breeders focusing their efforts on beef-on-dairy calves.
The outcomes have been significant, both for the industry and on-farm profitability.
Holstein Association USA’s Bob Cervera tells us about a program that supports farmers in these breeding decisions.
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“USDA can no longer keep wasting its time and personnel to deploy Commissioner Miller’s infamous traps, which USDA has deployed, tested, and has proven ineffective.”
Even in this strong market, some beef producers are leaving money on the table by not following proven marketing practices.
Tammi Arender takes us to 3 Board Farm to meet some first-generation farmers who took a leap of faith and, in the process, found a new purpose.
“Good flies? Is that like a good fire ant?” Miller said. “I don’t know what a good fly is. I don’t know if they’re afraid to kill house flies or stable flies, but I’m ready to kill the screwworm fly.”
Better yield measurement means fairer grids, more precise breeding targets, and more dollars for truly efficient cattle.
