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Beef Brief-June 12, 2024

June 11, 2024

Week ending June 7, 2024 Values in all classes of cattle trade were relatively lower for the week. Trade of fed cattle was limited in last week's market. Trade values in the north and south were down $1 for the week—northern trade closed at $189 and southern trade was at $185. Live cattle futures closed…

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EID options offered by RAAA

June 11, 2024

By Rachael Oliver, RAAA assistant director of commercial marketing As members of RAAA, did you know our value-added department carries two types of EIDs? We offer manufacturer stock EIDs (982 or 988) and the official USDA 840 EIDs. For many years now, our value-added team has been diligent in providing Red Angus producers with the…

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Exercise intolerance gene mutation identified

June 11, 2024

By Lindsay Upperman, Ph.D., RAAA director of breed improvement A new genetic mutation was identified at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln with composite calves, made up of a cross of Red Angus, Simmental and Gelbvieh. The calves in the UNL herd were experiencing exercise intolerance that was exacerbated by stress. For instance, when the herd was…

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REDSPro database update

June 11, 2024

Due to server adjustments and maintenance last week, please be aware that you might need to take extra steps to access REDSPro by clearing your cache history. Steps to Complete: First make sure that you are using Google Chrome. Then, follow the below instructions on how to clear your cache. Find the menu button on…

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American Reds make a mark in Oklahoma

June 4, 2024

  By Josh Taylor, RAAA commercial marketing specialist The American Red female program was established by RAAA in conjunction with Santa Gertrudis Breeders Incorporated to promote the quality cattle that come from this genetic cross. The American Red female combines the unique characteristics of each breed by blending the maternal strength and carcass qualities of…

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Applications open for Learn from the Best program

June 4, 2024

The Learn from the Best program utilizes the knowledge and insights held by successful producers and industry specialists to equip and empower participants to advance their own operation. From the pool of applications, 24 individuals and/or couples will be selected to be part of 2024 Learn from the Best cohort. The Learn from the Best…

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Beef Brief-June 5, 2024

June 4, 2024

Week ending May 31, 2024 Fed cattle trade saw values decrease slightly during last week's trading period. Northern trade closed $2 lower for the week at $190. Southern trade only dipped by $1, closing at $186 for the week. Live cattle futures closed the week at $2.15 to $3.15 across the front three months of trade.…

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DNA collection and submission reminders

May 28, 2024

Please keep in mind these few important items when you are collecting and sending in your DNA samples. A good quality sample is the most important part of your DNA process. Please observe your samples and do a quality check BEFORE sending them to the RAAA office for processing. Any sample that does not meet…

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Beef Brief-May 29, 2024

May 28, 2024

Week ending May 24, 2024 Fed cattle trade in the north and south were higher this week. Feeder cattle and stockers followed suit along with live cattle futures, feeder cattle futures, boxed beef and corn. Fed cattle in the southern plains were $1 higher at $187 with northern plains cattle trading $2.00 higher at $192.…

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The rise of Red Angus in the Southeast: Pat Durden’s vision

May 21, 2024

Pat Durden has significantly contributed to the Florida cattle industry, most notably as the president of the Florida Cattlemen’s Association over the past year. Durden’s service to the cattle industry started at the county level, where he served as a county affiliate. His increasing involvement and dedication eventually led him to the highest position within…

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