Maggie Malson

1 day ago | drovers.com | Maggie Malson

Hereford Feedout ProgramProducers with Hereford genetics can participate in the Hereford Feedout Program, created by the American Hereford Association (AHA) and HRC Feed Yards.

3 days ago | drovers.com | Maggie Malson

The cattle market hit records numbers on May 12, with August feeder cattle futures reaching highs of $306.85. Not to be attributed to just one thing, this $6.50 surge is likely due to tandem effects of both the lowering of tariffs with China, as well as the USDA’s decision to close the southern border again because of concerns with New World Screwworm. “Markets are way up today if you looked at the futures, but it’s hard to sort out how much of that is due to Mexico,” says Derrell S.

3 days ago | drovers.com | Maggie Malson

Most people in agriculture have a “sorting pen” story or have seen a meme about working cattle with family and the challenges it can bring. However, these scenarios also offer opportunities to grow. When a person or a family recognizes the way they’re doing things isn’t working and want to make changes in how they communicate or deal with emotions, it starts with acknowledging the issue.

6 days ago | drovers.com | Maggie Malson

The more controlled the calving season the better for producers when it comes to marketing calves, team members shared on a recent BCI Cattle Chat podcast in response to a listener question. “If you can shorten and have a more uniform calving season, then think about the marketing side,” says Dustin Pendell, K-State associate professor in agricultural economics.

1 week ago | drovers.com | Maggie Malson

The path to mental health and emotional well-being started for Nebraska rancher Terryn Drieling in 2016 while moving cows. After she opened the gate and asked the first couple pairs to move through and they did, she sat horseback on top of the hill and watched as the rest of the cows picked up their calves and headed off in the direction of the fresh pasture.