If you have tall fescue pastures or hayfields, chances are you have seen broomsedge. It seems to show up almost out of nowhere, especially during late summer, and once it…
Forage Management: Managing Broomsedge in Tall Fescue Pastures
Cattle Economics: Cattle Inventory Implications Just Released in July
The July 1, 2026, cattle inventory report was released at the end of July. This report is not as comprehensive as the January 1 report, but the mid-year report does…
Forage Management: Game On, as UT Vols Football Kicks Off, Remember It’s Forage Stockpiling Season in Tennessee Too!
It’s August again! From a forage perspective, August means one thing: stockpiling tall fescue. If you have tall fescue pastures, you know they produce an abundance of forage in the spring,…
Livestock Health: Tips for Embryo Transfer Success
Typically, I focus on a health-related topic that is helpful for the time of year which troubles are usually experienced, but recently I had a producer request an article on…
Forage Management: Who Is Up for a Horseback Ride?
This month, I want to talk to my fellow horse owners! Most of you know about my background in cattle production, but I don’t think I’ve ever mentioned that I…
Cattle Economics: Cattle on Feed-Plenty Available
The May Cattle on Feed report was released on May 22nd. The actual values reported will be old news by the time readers have an opportunity to consume this article,…
Forage Management: Understanding Forage Types and Categories
While talking with producers and industry partners across Tennessee, I was reminded that forage management information reaches a wide range of readers — from multi-generation cattle producers to individuals just…
Forage Management: Five Years, One Clear Path
Over the past few weeks, I’ve enjoyed seeing Tennessee pastures turning green again as I’ve traveled across the state. Recently, I had the opportunity to do something I truly value…
Livestock Health: New World Screwworm Confirmed in the US
Authors: Lew Strickland, DVM MS DACT, UT Extension Veterinarian; Becky Trout-Fryxell, Professor, Medical and Veterinary Entomology; and Katy Smith, PhD Candidate, Veterinary Entomology Education Specialist On June 3, 2026, the…
Cattle Genomics: Phenotypes are King When it Comes to Genetic Improvement
Originally Published: https://www.agproud.com/articles/63351-when-it-comes-to-genetic-improvement-phenotypes-are-king When we look back at the evolution of genetic improvement in the beef industry most all of our major improvements have come relatively recently. Each of the…
