Articles tagged under: #CattleCon21
Cattle Producers ‘Back in Action’ in Nashville
Published August 16, 2021
After a six-month delay, the Cattle Industry Convention was back in action and in person. Convention registrations are down slightly compared to previous years, but that didn't stop nearly 6,500 pairs of cowboy boots from leaving their mark in Nashville.…Beef Checkoff Continues to Promote a Safe and Nutritious Product
Published August 16, 2021
Record-high demand is positive for the promoters of beef. North Dakota Beef Commission board member Ray Erbele, who hails from Streeter, says consumers are most interested in where their food comes from, particularly how it is being raised. "So, I…Cattle Industry Unveils Sustainability Goals, Including Climate Neutrality by 2040
Published August 15, 2021
Sustainability continues to be a buzz word in agriculture, especially when it comes to cattle production. According to National Cattlemen’s Beef Association CEO Colin Woodall, the topic isn’t going away anytime soon. That's why a brand-new beef sustainability plan was…The Cattle Keep On Moving
Published August 14, 2021
Larry Schnell wore a couple different hates at the Cattle Industry Convention in Nashville. First, representing the Livestock Marketing Association in the president role. Schnell provided an update to convention attendees on legislation impacting producers, feeders and auction barns across…Riding the Beef Demand Wave
Published August 13, 2021
U.S. beef demand is at its strongest level in more than 30 years. Minnesota Beef Council Executive Director Kelly Schmidt said that point is being made at this year’s Cattle Industry Convention in Nashville. "That's because our producers make a…CattleFax Outlook Offers Good and Bad News for Cattle Producers
Published August 12, 2021
The CattleFax seminar at the 2021 Cattle Industry Convention provided both an optimistic and not-so-optimistic industry outlook for cattle producers gathered in Nashville. North Dakota Stockmen’s Association President Jeff Schafer, who ranches at New Rockford, says one positive takeaway was…Strong Demand for U.S. Beef
Published August 12, 2021
Year-to-date, U.S. beef exports are up 18 percent. U.S. Meat Export Federation President and CEO Dan Halstrom says it is important to keep up that momentum. "I would argue that in a lot of countries demand is higher than pre-COVID."…Draxxin KP Promoted at Cattle Convention
Published August 12, 2021
Herd health management should remain a priority during the drought. "Think about switching or shifting the timing of your vaccines and don't forget parasites in drought conditions that are stealing some of your nutrients may be more important than in…