Tag: feedlot
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Nebraska Feedlot Project Turns Manure Into Energy
A new renewable energy project planned for Central Nebraska is putting cattle manure to work in a different way and could bring new economic opportunities to cattle country. Neogenyx Fuels has announced construction is beginning on a renewable natural gas facility at Adams Land and Cattle near Broken Bow, Nebraska. The project will use manure…
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Feedlots prepare for summer heat as cattle weights continue climbing
With summer weather approaching across the Midwest and Plains, cattle feeders are already preparing for the risk of heat stress in feedyards as heavier cattle and volatile weather patterns increase concerns heading into the hottest months of the year. Even during years forecast to bring cooler temperatures or above normal rainfall, livestock specialists say short…
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Cattle on Feed Report Raises Questions About Herd Rebuild Pace
Heifers make up 37% cattle on feed April’s USDA Cattle on Feed report is adding a new layer to the ongoing conversation about whether the U.S. cattle herd is beginning to rebuild, or if the industry is still holding steady under tight supply conditions. The report showed heifers accounting for roughly 37 percent of total…
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MU Extension to host calf backgrounding program in southwest Missouri
University of Missouri Extension will host a two-part calf backgrounding program later this month designed to help cattle producers evaluate feeding strategies and market opportunities for adding value to calves before sale. The program begins May 19 at the MU Southwest Research, Extension and Education Center near Mount Vernon and will include a follow-up session…
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Texas judge dismisses fraud claims tied to ghost cattle case
A federal bankruptcy judge in Texas has dismissed fraud related claims filed against several banks and financial institutions connected to the collapse of McClain Feed Yard and an alleged ghost cattle scheme tied to the cattle industry. The ruling stems from bankruptcy proceedings involving former cattle operator Brian McClain and multiple related businesses that collapsed…