Welcome the VT Beef Extension and Education Web Site

 

Changing Times - Management Considerations for Cow-Calf Producers

Without question, the landscape of the beef business has changed.  All of us are fully aware of the impact of rising feed, fuel, and fertilizer prices, and much discussion has taken place (and will continue to take place) on how energy, economic, and many other policies and factors will affect our industry.  “How will this impact us in Virginia?” is a primary topic of discussion amongst all of us with a vested interest in Virginia’s beef industry.  While none of us have a crystal ball, the hard facts tell us that annual production costs are up $100-150 per cow for many Virginia producers.  As we work through the many external factors that will shape our industry’s future here in the Commonwealth, dealing with the realities of production costs and today’s market are most imperative.  Following are a few factors to evaluate that relate to both production costs and gross income.  While none are silver bullets, they represent fundamental approaches to controlling costs and optimizing value which are key in today’s beef business climate. full article....

 

BEEF EXTENSION DEPARTMENT CONTACTS

Dr. Scott Greiner	Genetics/Bull Test Stations	540-231-9159
Dr. Mark Wahlberg	Growing Cattle and Mineral Nutrition	540-231-9161
Laura Marks	Animal ID Coordinator	540-231-0670
Joi Saville	Beef Extension Associate	540-231-2257
Jean Eaton	Office Manager	540-231-9163
Brenda Caldwell	Program Support Technician	540-231-5253