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The relationship between carcass merit and maternal traits in beef cattle: A case study and literature review
Dan Loy et al.; Iowa State University
This review evaluates the relationship between carcass merit, specifically marbling, and maternal reproduction in beef cattle. It includes a brief review of current literature and a case study based on an Iowa State University research breeding project where purebred Angus cattle have been selected for marbling or intramuscular fat for over 20 years. While the emphasis of this analysis is on maternal reproductive traits and their relationship to carcass merit, an additional unique dataset allowed us to evaluate direct marbling relationships with semen and scrotal traits in yearling bulls.
Pulmonary Hypertension (PH) in beef cattle: Complicated threat to health and productivity in multiple beef industry segments
M.G. Thomas et. al; Colorado State University et. al
Field-testing $Beef in purebred Angus cattle
Anderson, K.; T. Brink, M. Gardiner and S. Hands
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Factors increasing quality grades in U.S. fed cattle
P. Dykstra, Beef Cattle Specialist, Certified Angus Beef LLC
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Yield grading: History, issues and opportunities
T. Lawrence, West Texas A&M University
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The scientific basis of the Certified Angus Beef ® brand specifications
P.D. Bass, Certified Angus Beef LLC
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Recent trends: Beef quality, value and price
J. Tatum, Colorado State University
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Determination of the effect of branding on consumer palatability ratings of beef strip loin steaks of various quality levels and ground beef of various lean points from different subprimals
T.G. O’Quinn, Kansas State University
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Cross-category indulgence: Why do some premium brands grow during recession?
T. Mark et. al, University of Guelph, et. al
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Sensory evaluation of tender beef strip loin steaks of varying marbling levels and quality treatments
C. Corbin, et.al, Texas Tech University et. al
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Genetic basis for heat tolerance in cattle
M. Rolf, Oklahoma State University
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Heat stress is a multi-faceted challenge that not only causes production losses, but is also an important…
Best practices for managing heat stress in feedyard cattle
T. Mader, Mader Consulting LLC
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These guidelines were developed based on published research information as well as practices known to be…
Changes in the ground beef market and what it means for cattle producers
N. Speer, et. al, Western Kentucky University
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Retail and foodservice marketing trends for beef
B. Harsh, et. al, Oklahoma State University
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Should beef quality grade be a priority?
Jillian Steiner and Dr. Scott Brown, University of Missouri
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Effects of the 60-d window around the time of weaning on subsequent quality grade and eating quality of beef
J. Ahola, Colorado State University
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External influences on North American beef production: How will the cattle feeding industry adapt?
P. Anderson, Midwest PMS, LLC
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Selection for marbling and the Impact on maternal traits
J. K. Smith and S. P. Greiner, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University
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The relationship between subcutaneous fat and marbling
R. Maddock, North Dakota State University
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Breeding programs from a cattle feeder’s perspective
J. Tom Brink, J & F Oklahoma Holdings, Inc.
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Consumers, business and breeding systems: Charting the beef industry’s path
N. Speer, Western Kentucky University
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Defining and quantifying Certified Angus Beef ® brand consumer demand
L.Zimmerman and T. Schroeder, Kansas State University
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Genetic aspects of marbling in beef carcasses
A. Herring, Texas A&M University
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Southern Carcass Improvement Project review
J. Tom Brink, Gardiner Angus Ranch
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Effects of nutrition and management during the stocker phase on marbling score and quality grade
C. Krehbiel, et. al ; Oklahoma State University
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Understanding grid marketing: How quality grades and grid conditions affect carcass value
P. Anderson, Ag Knowledge Services
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Crossbreeding: Considerations and alternatives in an evolving market
N. Speer, Western Kentucky University
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Effect of time of birth within the spring calving season on performance and carcass traits of beef calves fed in the Iowa Tri-County Steer Carcass Futurity.
G.D. Fike, et. al; Certified Angus Beef LLC
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Factors affecting intramuscular adipose tissue development in beef cattle
B. Johnson, et. al; Texas Tech University
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Effect of health treatments on feedlot performance, carcass traits and profitability of beef calves fed in the Iowa Tri-County Steer Carcass Futurity.
G.D. Fike, et. al; Certified Angus Beef LLC
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Effect of hide color and percentage Angus on feedlot performance and carcass traits in beef calves.
L. Corah, et. al; Certified Angus Beef LLC
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Feedlot performance and carcass traits for Southeast or Midwest calves.
D. Busby, et. al; Iowa State Universtiy and Certified Angus Beef LLC
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Producing flavorful beef
J.D. Tatum; Colorado State University
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Effect of nutrition and management practices on marbling deposition and composition
S. Duckett; University of Georgia, Athens
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The relationship between marbling and other EPDs with implications when making beef cow herd breeding and management decisions
T. Marston; Kansas State University
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The value of marbling in consumer acceptance of beef
L. Corah; Certified Angus Beef LLC
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The effect of cattle disease on carcass traits
R.L. Larson, DVM, PhD, ACT
Implant strategies for high quality grade beef production
R. Pritchard; South Dakota State Universit
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Nutritional and management factors affecting marbling deposition
L. Berger & N. Pyatt; University of Illinois
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Characterization of Certified Angus Beef ® steaks from the round, loin, and chuck
Nelson et. al, Oklahoma State University Related reading: Defining the CAB difference
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