Author: Dr. Laura Hayes

Dr. Laura Hayes is a leading expert in beef cattle management with over 20 years of experience in the field. She holds a Ph.D. in Animal Science from Texas Tech University, where she specialized in beef production and sustainability. Dr. Hayes has dedicated her career to advancing best practices in beef cattle farming, focusing on genetic improvement, nutrition, and animal welfare. As a professor at Texas Tech, she mentors students and conducts cutting-edge research, publishing extensively in peer-reviewed journals. Her work has earned her recognition, including the Excellence in Beef Research Award from the American Society of Animal Science. Dr. Hayes also serves as a consultant for top beef producers, helping them optimize their operations and achieve sustainability goals. Her commitment to education, research, and industry collaboration makes her a trusted authority in beef cattle management.
Cattle: Environmental Benefits, Not Burdens – Alabama …

Cattle: Environmental Benefits, Not Burdens – Alabama …

Cattle, Carbon, and Methane. Proper grazing management helps restore soil health and creates a sink for atmospheric carbon and nitrogen. Yes, cattle emit methane, but not in the way people are most often led to believe. When forage is digested in the rumen–or the fermentation vat of the ruminant digestive system–methane is produced.

5 Questions to Ask Yourself Before Selling  Direct to …

5 Questions to Ask Yourself Before Selling Direct to …

Destiny has a 6-by-8-foot freezer trailer to hold its , and the Paynes set up a table, cash register and canopy. They sell at designated days and times in Shawnee (Thursdays), Moore (Fridays) and Norman (Saturdays). The Destiny Sales freezer trailer and canopy set up and ready for business in Norman, Oklahoma. 4.

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Welcome To AZ Grass Raised . Our only focus is ! We are a 100% GRASS FED and 100% GRASS FINISHED company. Our cattle spend their lives foraging for naturally occurring grasses on free range land, while soaking up the Arizona sunshine and living their best life, the way nature intended.

Cattle  – : Episode 917 –

Cattle – : Episode 917 –

Reporter Sarah Gardner rounds up some Texas Longhorn cattle. These cows, however, aren’t in the Lone Star State. This roundup is happening in Ohio. A Kansas …

Eagle Rock

Eagle Rock

14709 County Road 77, Jefferson, CO, 80456, United States. 970.977.9391info@eaglerockranch.com. Hours. About Us. Gallery. Get In TouchFAQFollow Us! Located in Jefferson, Colorado. Raising all natural, hormone and antibiotic free Black Angus cattle. Organically minded and hay producers. Gold medal fishing offered through The Broadmoor Fly …

San Rafael Valley Grass fed

San Rafael Valley Grass fed

The SRV product line includes 4 different GROUND products: XXXX 97% Lean. Deluxe 83% Lean – Hi Omega Ground 80% – Coarse Ground [for Chili or Soup] 100% Chorizo & 100% Breakfast Sausage. We offer: Roasts – Steaks – Short Ribs – Organ Meats – Pet Products [raw & cooked] Soup & Bone Broth Bones.

A Timeline of Changes:   Farming in North America

A Timeline of Changes: Farming in North America

In the last twenty years, the farming sector of the industry has seen a decline of almost 175,000 operations, 144,000 of which had a inventory of under 50 head. The decline of 1,000-head-capacity operations has been met with an increase in 16,000 and 32,000-head feedlots over the same time period.

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The of U.S. Compared to Global

In two recent analyses of global livestock systems 1,2, North American production systems (including the U.S.) were found to have some of the lowest carbon footprints. As seen in Figure 1, when CO 2 -equivalent emissions are expressed per kg of protein, the U.S. and other developed nations have lower carbon footprints (10 to 50 times lower …

Grazing Lands

Grazing Lands

At Grazing Lands, we manage ranches and work with landowners who want to see their land restored and managed for future generations. We do this using proven Regenerative Agriculture practices and principles that increase soil fertility, add carbon to the soil, and grow healthy livestock.

Morris Grassfed – Morris Grassfed

Morris Grassfed – Morris Grassfed

Welcome to the Morris Grassfed produces 100% pasture-raised , grown on the California central coast. Our is dry-aged and cut & wrapped by artisan butchers. We look forward to filling your freezer with nutritious, delicious local . We deliver monthly from Monterey to Sacramento, May- November.

Frontiers | The Welfare of  in the Scientific …

Frontiers | The Welfare of in the Scientific …

are the third most numerous terrestrial farmed animals worldwide. Factors such as geographical region, animal category, breed, and rearing system pose specific animal welfare challenges that can have an impact on animal and public health. This article uses text mining (TM) and topic analysis (TA) to explore the scientific literature on welfare published in English from …

– Texas A&M Agrilife Extension Service

– Texas A&M Agrilife Extension Service

. We offer a wide array of information, resources and events related to , Texas’ largest agricultural industry. Whether you are looking for an online resource or an in-person expert, we have the solutions you need for all aspects of production, from forages to organic or grass-fed certification.

N BAR A  : 100% GRASSFED , HUMANELY RAISED, NO ADDED …

N BAR A : 100% GRASSFED , HUMANELY RAISED, NO ADDED …

Responsibly grazed for improved plant and animal health. Emphasis on humane handling & welfare. Bred and raised for superior marbling capabilities. Aged, butchered & vacuum sealed at a USDA facility. ABOUT US. Learn more about the way we manage the land & animals. HOW TO BUY . Purchasing options for N bar A’s 100% grass fed .

Central California Grass Fed  | Buy Direct | Willis D

Central California Grass Fed | Buy Direct | Willis D

Central California Grass Fed from Our family Farm in central california Contact us >> reserve your grass fed beefCall Us at 1-888-365-4719 to Begin the Process SUSTAINABLY RAISED MEAT Our Central Californian grass fed cattle are free to roam our 1200 acre family farm/ outside of Santa Maria, CA. They are never given antibiotics … Home Read More »

Increased  Production Indicates Continued Cattle Industry …

Increased Production Indicates Continued Cattle Industry …

While food inflation is continuing, record levels of in cold storage will help temper retail prices in the days ahead. Exports. Total export sales as of Sept. 15, 2022, were 682,600 metric tons, up 1.8% from last year. Estimated at 35,800 metric tons, exports to China sky-rocketed during this week. U.S. exports to China …

Off Family  – Happy Cows Since 1874

Off Family – Happy Cows Since 1874

The Off Family sells all natural, 100% grass fed, hormone/antibiotic free variety packs and ground in Southern and Southwestern Colorado-Del Norte, Alamosa, Durango, Pagosa, and surrounding areas. We are located 3 miles east of Del Norte Colorado.

Home – Tres Hermanas

Home – Tres Hermanas

In our online store, you will find a range of steaks (2 per package), roasts (2-4lbs), ground (1.5lb packages) and sausages, stew and fajita, and other incredible cuts to fit your needs! Don’t miss out on this delicious purebred Angus, 100% grass-fed and grass-finished ! “From Our To Your Table”, it’s the healthy …

Corset  – Home

Corset – Home

As a Colorado Centennial (owned and operated by the same family for more than 100 years), Corset honors ‘s proud past while utilizing modern, sustainable agricultural practices to help ensure the future of the land, water and way of life that makes this business possible. We gladly welcome visitors to the , and if you …

Chamberlin  – Regenerative Agriculture

Chamberlin – Regenerative Agriculture

Chamberlin is your local Direct-to-Consumer source of sustainable, grass-fed . We offer whole and half shares of Black Angus Yearlings raised on the Ted Chamberlin , a family-owned and operated cattle since 1929. Each Fall, our calves are born and free to nurse and graze alongside their mothers.

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Adams Natural ® cattle are bred naturally by cattle raised on the Adams ’s open Florida pastures using industry leading natural calving and animal husbandry practices. Adams Natural ® cattle are bred specifically for open range success under Florida’s tropical sunshine. The cattle are heat tolerant, disease …

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Welcome to Field’s Grassfed . Field’s Grassfed has been a family run in Prairie City, Oregon since 1974. Our certified grassfed cattle are raised on natural grass meadows and cold, clean snow melt flowing from the Strawberry Mountains to the John Day River. Our values have withstood the test of time and have been passed down …

Grassfed  Colorado | Angus Cattle | A Brand

Grassfed Colorado | Angus Cattle | A Brand

This aging process improves the tenderness and flavor of the meat. In addition to the high-quality grass diet, aging makes Curtis Certified Grassfed is the most exclusive, best-tasting available. 100% of Curtis is aged for a period of 14 -18 days unlike supermarket retail which goes from live to packaged the same …

First Generation Rancher | Bar 7

First Generation Rancher | Bar 7

We are Cody and Erika Archie, first-generation ranchers in Central Texas. We raise cattle and dorper sheep on Bar 7 in Gatesville, Texas. We have two children, Kylee (20) and Clancy (15) . We also own and operate Valet Cleaners and Laundry, do a little duplex renting, and dabble in home building!

economic valuation of federal and private grazing land …

economic valuation of federal and private grazing land …

cattle and farming is a major agricultural industry in the United States. The 2017 Census of Agriculture reported that 641,500 cattle ranches and farms generated $34.7 billion of annual gross revenue and managed 146.7 million ha of private land .

As the Amazon burns, cattle ranchers are blamed. But it’s …

As the Amazon burns, cattle ranchers are blamed. But it’s …

Cattle in the Amazon is perhaps the main culprit of the fires we are seeing now. It is an industry of thousands of small-scale ranchers cutting forest, burning it and turning it to pasture.

America’s Premier  Cattle  | Rollins Ranches

America’s Premier Cattle | Rollins Ranches

America’s Premier Cattle Learn Our History Rollins Ranches are situated on Florida, Georgia, and Texas with an area of 70,000 acres, ranking as one of the largest cow-calf ranches in the U.S. by the National Cattlemen’s Association, as well as one of the biggest cattle organizations throughout the nation.

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provides 100% grassfed and grass finished to customers throughout the state of Oregon. Our is raised on our , finished on native grasses during the peak growing season, harvested on site and dry aged for 21 days in the cooler. It is then cut and wrapped according to your personal specifications, flash frozen …

E&C Cattle  – Your Local   Source, Grass Fed …

E&C Cattle – Your Local Source, Grass Fed …

E&C Cattle and Custom . Hwy C-180. Escambia Farms, Fl 32531. Phone: (850) 830-8556 . Find Us. Address E&C Cattle . Escambia Farms, Fl 32531. Hours

Kingsland

Kingsland

Kingsland is a 850-acre cattle located in West Monroe, Louisiana, founded in 1979. … Kingsland Ground . 1lb package/ $5.00 1.5lb patties/ $8.00 “Be …

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is the product of the ‘marriage’ of multi-generational and cattle feeding families that have practiced organic and sustainable methods before ‘Organic’ and ‘Sustainable’ were fashionable. source and traceability is second-to-none and we are proud to be ambassadors for this industry.

Raised  | Colorado  | Christensen

Raised | Colorado | Christensen

Dry Aged . All our raised , including our single source ground , is dry-aged for robust flavor and melt-in-your-mouth tenderness. Humanely Raised. We have the highest regard for every animal in our herd and are committed to raising them humanely, from calving to finishing.

Buy Half a Cow | Custom Half  Shares | Colorado

Buy Half a Cow | Custom Half Shares | Colorado

Shop all custom bulk sizes here. Average Cost for Your Half : $1,225-$1,600. Average Processing Fee: $390-$525. Average Total Cost: $1,615-$2,125. 160-220lbs of Our Naturally Raised . 20 Cubic Feet of Freezer Space. Approximately 586 Individual 6oz Servings. Approximately 145 Meals for a Family of 4.

Raising  for Beginners: 10 Things to Know

Raising for Beginners: 10 Things to Know

How Many Acres Does a Cow Need. When thinking about raising , you’ll want to keep in mind how much land you have available. Cows need about 1.5 to 2 acres of land for a cow/calf pair. Which means you can have about 5 momma cows and their calves for 8-10 acres.

Increased  Production Indicates Continued  Industry …

Increased Production Indicates Continued Industry …

production in August 2022 was a record 2.51 billion pounds, 6% above the same time last year. slaughter totaled 3.08 million head, up 7% from August 2021. Total slaughter for 2022 came in at 22.49 million head, 1.8% ahead of 2021.

The government wants to make  production climate friendly …

The government wants to make production climate friendly …

COHEN: All 100 ranches in their co-op, Country Natural , are part of Grazewell, too. The idea is that healthy rangeland is not just a boon for business but the climate, too. W PRATT: Yeah.

Van Lith

Van Lith

At Van Lith , we pride ourselves on the dedication we put forth to our animal care and comfort. We treat each individual animal humanely and responsibly. We are committed to having a hand in every step of the way, including hand selecting the animals ourselves just to ensure we can produce the best possible .

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A quarter of is typically approximately 150 pounds hanging weight. Customers can determine their own cut and wrap instructions but most people choose to get a mixture of steaks, roasts, hamburger, and stew meat. We always have hamburger available by the pound. We are charging $9.00 per pound for hamburger purchased at the farm.

Grass-fed  – Shady Grove

Grass-fed – Shady Grove

Our is 100% grass-fed and grass-finished. We never feed grain concentrates EVER. There are no protein tubs or licks, no range cubes, no creep feeders. The cows eat grass growing in the field (which includes all sorts of legumes, herbs, forbs and true grasses), and hay cut from such grass. Some producers bend the rules, citing that soybeans …

Carney Wagyu Cattle  | 100% Full-Blood Wagyu

Carney Wagyu Cattle | 100% Full-Blood Wagyu

The Carney Wagyu Cattle has undeniably set a standard for excellence in delivering premium Wagyu cuts of . The difference between Carney’s full-blood Wagyu and hybrid versions promoted as American Wagyu is easily recognizable. Carney ribeye’s are not just a meal, they are an elevated dining experience that I wholeheartedly recommend.

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Fed cattle prices are raised about $2 from last month to $185.00, about 5 percent above prices in 2023. U.S. exports in February were 244 million pounds, almost 3 percent above same-period shipments last year and higher than expectations. This prompted a 20-million-pound increase of the first-quarter export forecast to 740 million pounds …

Home – Alaska Meat Company

Home – Alaska Meat Company

Having made the move from rural Idaho to Sitkinak Island in Alaska, we know a thing or two about cattle! With lush grasslands aplenty and a self-sustained remote environment, our island cattle herds flourish in both health and quality. When you buy Sitkinak from Alaska Meat Company, you know you are getting top-grade meat every time.

The Story Of Your  | Lazy T

The Story Of Your | Lazy T

Life. This isn’t a factory but a wild landscape of canyons, grasslands, and natural water. Our calves are born and raised on Lazy T , where they spend their days grazing and roaming the hills. We do all we can to give them healthy lives. Our passion for ethical and quality keeps us going.

Ranney  | Grass-fed, grass-finished

Ranney | Grass-fed, grass-finished

The Ranney is a family owned cow-calf operation that sits at 6200′ in the high mesa country of central New Mexico. We sell range-finished young direct to consumers, like you, who value how their food choices impact the environment.

Elm Fork

Elm Fork

Welcome to Elm Fork ! Elm Fork , located in northern Denton County, Texas is comprised of 130 acres of river bottom and grassland. Purchased in 1993, Ken and Jan Dickson have evolved their farming activities concentrating on healthy land and healthy animals. In addition to Elm Fork , the Dickson’s own 242 acres in Jack County …

Persistence of cattle  in the Brazilian Amazon: A …

Persistence of cattle in the Brazilian Amazon: A …

exports grew from approximately 5% of production to 20% of production between 1990 and 2007 (Fig. 1), and this surge in demand for Brazilian for export meant that many regions demonstrated rapid improvements in sanitation and herd-management practices in order to control foot-and-mouth disease, as being certified free of foot-and …

the Amazon’s deforestation …

the Amazon’s deforestation …

Hong Kong is the biggest global importer of Brazilian products, bringing in about $1.5 billion worth in 2017, according to the Brazilian Exporters Association.

44 Steaks | Texas  Raised Right

44 Steaks | Texas Raised Right

44 Farms never disappoints. Their steaks are amazing. I just fry them in a very hot cast-iron pan with lots of salt pepper In lots of butter. In addition to steaks 44 Farms has the best hot dogs and ground . 44 Farms not only produces the finest steaks, it is recognized as one of the premier Black Angus producers in America.

Production by State 2024 – World Population Review

Production by State 2024 – World Population Review

Production by State 2024. The United States is the world’s largest producer of , primarily high-quality, grain-fed . farms and ranches represent over 30% of U.S. farms, making up the single largest U.S. agricultural sector. The U.S. industry is roughly divided into two sectors: cow-calf operations and feeding.

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Bull. A Holstein Friesian bull. A Charolais bull. A bull is an intact (i.e., not castrated) adult male of the species Bos taurus ( cattle ). More muscular and aggressive than the females of the same species (i.e. cows proper), bulls have long been an important symbol in many religions, including for sacrifices.

– the final step in exceptional  | Agri

– the final step in exceptional | Agri

THE FINAL STEP IN THE TO TABLE LIFECYCLE. Washington is Agri ’s state-of-the-art processing plant located in Toppenish, WA. After being finished at the feedyard, our cattle are shipped to Washington for processing. Their welfare and health are of utmost importance to us, so great care is taken to maintain a low-stress …