DelCurto presented “Beef Cow Adaptability: The Western Range Cow as an Example,” during the 2026 Beef Improvement Federation (BIF) Research Symposium and Convention in Boise, Idaho.

Researcher discusses tips for selecting cows that fit the western U.S. range. BOISE, Idaho — Do your discussions on beef cow efficiency center around growth and feed conversion? That’s where many ...

There are sure signs of spring on the Canadian Prairies—snow melting, pelicans splashing down in the South Saskatchewan River, and the sight of brand-new calves taking shaky first steps in the field.

“Reproduction is incredibly important because we rely on getting a calf every 12 to 13 months from our dairy cows,” said Mark van der List, DVM, Boehringer Ingelheim. “We not only want our cows to ...

The evolution of production and reproduction over the last 40 years has greatly influenced how we manage today’s dairy herds. The dairy industry’s “perfect cow” has changed dramatically over the past ...