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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…
Read MoreJune 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…
Read MoreJune 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.…
Read MoreMay 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…
Read MoreMay 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.…
Read MoreMay 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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By Rachael Oliver and Cory Peters, RAAA commercial marketing team The curtain has officially dropped for 2024 spring bull sale season. As we wrap up spring sale season, it is always intriguing to see how Red Angus bulls fared against other breeds over the year. Kurt Kangus of the American Angus Association, along with the…
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Week ending May 17, 2024 All classes of cattle prices were up last week and fed cattle trade saw steady increases. Northern trade closed the week up $3 at $186, while southern trade was up $2, settling at $186 for the week. Live cattle futures closed $4.53 to $4.93 across the front three months of…
Read MoreMay 14, 2024
Week ending May 10, 2024 The week’s fed cattle trade was steady in both the southern and northern plains. Feeder cattle and stockers traded lower with live cattle futures and feeder cattle futures lower. The dressed cutout values varied and corn was higher. Fed cattle held steady across the nation at $184 to $187. Live…
Read MoreMay 14, 2024
The Annual Beef Improvement Federation Symposium will be held in Knoxville, Tennessee, June 10-13. Each year during the event, elite seedstock and commercial beef cattle operations are recognized for their efforts to embrace cutting-edge beef industry technologies, raise exceptional beef cattle and demonstrate innovative industry leadership. The Beef Improvement Federation has announced finalists for its…
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