The symposium is presented by the Cooperative Extension Services and the Animal Science Departments of Colorado State University, South Dakota State University, the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, and the University of Wyoming.
2001
A Systems Approach to Production From Weaning to Harvest, Terry J. Klopfenstein, D. J. Jordon, and Galen E. Erickson
The Beef Industry’s New Products Initiatives, Renee Lloyd
Intensification of Cow/Calf Production: A History, John Maddux
From the Ranch to the Feedlot – What Works and What Doesn’t?, John McNeill
Environmental Challenges for the Ranching Community, Ron Micheli
An Update on Clostridial Diseases/Abomasal Ulcers, R. G. Mortimer and R. P. Ellis
Emerging Protocols to Synchronize Estrus in Replacement Beef Heifers and Postpartum Cows, D. J. Patterson, J. E. Stegner, G. A. Perry, F. N. Kojima, and M. F. Smith
The Role of Undegradable Intake Protein in Management of the Young Beef Female, Trey Patterson
Vertical Communication: The Aligning of Beef Industry Segments, Charlie Peters
DNA Assisted Selection – A Realistic Perspective, Daniel Pomp
Managing Young Cows, Dick Pruitt
Considerations When Selecting A Calving Season, Connie R. Quinn
Beyond the Borders: International Marketing Developments and the Effects on Cattle Producers, Wendy Radakovich
Objective Development of Grazing Strategies, Patrick E. Reese
National Market Cow and Bull Beef Quality Audit - 1999, Deborah Roeber, Keith E. Belk, Thomas G. Field, John A. Scanga, Gary L. Cowman, and Gary C. Smith
Fat Supplementation for Beef Cows, Ivan G. Rush
What Are We Doing To Prevent Entry of Potentially Catastrophic Foreign Animal Diseases Into The USA, Gary C. Smith
Considerations When Selecting A Calving Season, R. Burke Teichert
Vertical Communication: The Aligning of the Beef Industry Segments, Dave True
Traversing the Internet for Useful Information, Julie Walker and Kory Bierle
Purchasing Versus Raising Replacement Females: To Outsource or Not to Outsource?, Jack C. Whittier
The Value of Corn as a Hay Replacement for Cows, Cody Wright
1999
Genetic Predictors of Reproduction, Kent Andersen
New Approach to Estimating Bull Fertility, R. L. Ax, M. E. Bellin, H. M. Zhang, and H. E. Hawkins
Techniques to Identify Palatable Beef Carcasses: Hunterlab Beefcam™, Keith E. Belk
Some Effects of Feeding Supplemental Fat to Beef Cattle, R. A. Bellows
Market Outlook and Factors That Impact Cattle Prices, Randy Blach
Blue Ribbon Commission Recommendations Executive Summary – November 1999, Lynn Cornwell
Enhancing Management Decisions – History of the Decision Evaluator for the Cattle Industry, Barry Dunn, T. G. Jenkins, and C. B. Williams
Beyond 1998: Achieving Buyer Expectations, A Restaurant Perspective, Chet England
Lifetime Effects of Respiratory and Liver Disease on Cattle, Bill Epperson
Cow Adaptability and Carcass Acceptability – Are They Compatible?, James A. Gosey
Opportunities to Recapture Demand for Beef, Andrew Gottschalk
Principles for Low Stress Cattle Handling, Temple Grandin
Can Cow Adaptability and Carcass Acceptability Both Be Achieved?, R. D. Green, T. G. Field, N. S. Hammett, B. M. Ripley, and S. P. Doyle
Vaccines and Dewormers – Do We Need Them All?, Dale M. Grotelueschen
Fence Posts Talking to Each Other, Ronald J. Hanson
Going Home to the Family Ranch, Sara F. Hebbert
Consideration of Weaning Time, Implanting Strategies and Carcass Data on Cow-Calf Decisions, Doug L. Hixon
Snow Management and Windbreaks, R. L. Jairell and R. A. Schmidt
Development of Multibred Genetic Evaluation, Jerry Lipsey
Ranching with Regulations, Ron Micheli
Managing Forage Resources for Bigger Profits, Kit Pharo
Complementing a Forage Program with Annual Forages, Ken Remmington
Convenience Beef Products: Trials and Tribulations in Development and Marketing, Jonathan Rocke
Factors to Consider When Buying and Managing Bulls, Ivan G. Rush and Connee Quinn
Imminent Commercialization of Sexed Bovine Sperm, J. L. Schenk and G. E. Seidel Jr.
Ranching Information on the Web, Steve Swigert
Reducing Harvesting Costs Using Windrow Grazing, Weldon V. Thomson
Sharing the Range – What Diseases Do Wild Ruminants and Beef Cattle Share?, Elizabeth S. Williams
1997
Proceedings, The Range Beef Cow Symposium XV. December 9, 10 and 11, 1997, Rapid City, South Dakota
Factors Affecting Calf Survival, R. A. Bellows
Computer Software Selection: Financial, Kory M. Bierle
Cow/Calf Analysis: Key Indicators of Profitability, Don Boggs and Eddie Hamilton
Addressing the Beef Tenderness Problem, Chris R. Calkins
International Markets, Merlyn Carlson
Matching Calving Date With Forage Nutrients: Production and Economic Impacts, Richard T. Clark, Don C. Adams, Gregory P. Lardy, and Terry J. Klopfenstein
"Bull Fertility: BSE, Abnormalities, Etc.", Glenn H. Coulter
Selection Emphasis for Carcass Traits, John Crouch
Future of International Markets – Beef Cattle, Norman L. Dalsted
Networking People, Barry H. Dunn
Pricing/Formula Grids: Which Fit and Which Don't Fit, Dillon M. Feuz
Fink Beef Genetics, Galen Fink
Synchronization Programs Update, Tom Geary
Bull Genetics: Purebreds, Composites, Full-sibs and Half-sibs, James A. Gosey
Innovative Marketing and Angus America, Douglas Hoff
Carcass Value Marketing, Dick Kjerstad
Ingestion of Ponderosa Pine Needles by Cattle, S. L. Kronberg, R. E. Short, and E. E. Grings
Breeding for Profit: an Introduction to Selection Index Concepts, M. D. MacNeil, R. A. Nugent, and W. M. Snelling
Cows and Computers: Choosing Records Management Software, Martha Malm Ellis
Realities of Cow Herd Genetics: Expectations and Impact, Don Marshall
Characterization of Alliances, Mike Miller
Market Outlook, Mike Miller
B-maturity: Factors Affecting Physiological Maturity, J. Brad Morgan
Calving Difficulty, Robert G. Mortimer
Future of the Beef Industry, Wayne D. Purcell
Applications of Monitoring for Producers, Roy Roath
New National Research Council (NRC) Beef Cattle Requirements - Range Application, Ivan G. Rush
Reproductive Toxicology: Pine Needles and Plant Estrogens, R. E. Short, S. L. Kronberg, E. E. Grings, J. P. Rosazza, and S. P. Ford
Beef Quality Assurance–Past, Present, Future, Gary C. Smith, J. D. Tatum, and K. E. Belk
Overview of a TQM Approach for Improving Beef Tenderness, J. D. Tatum, M. H. George, K. E. Belk, and G. C. Smith
Empowering People, Burke Teichert
Bovine Viral Diarrhea, Hana Van Campen
Basic Immunology, Lynn F. Woodward
Grazing Animal Diets: When to Supplement, Doug Zalesky
1995
Nutritional Value of Grazed Forages and How It Fits The Cow’s Requirement, Don C. Adams, Richard T. Clark, Terry J. Klopfenstein, and Jerry D. Volesky
Our Product, Beef – What Are Consumers Saying?, Mary M. Adolf
Dealing With a Down-Cycle in the Cattle Market, Tom Brink
Cow-Share and Bull Leasing Arrangements – What’s Fair and Economical, Richard T. Clark and Donald B. Hudson
Understanding Basic Mineral and Vitamin Nutrition, Larry Corah
Reducing Calving Difficulty by Heifer and Sire Selection and Management, Gene H. Deutscher
Strategic Alliances: How Can Seed Stock Producers Help?, Roger Dieter
Family Relationships and Estate Transfer – What Should and Can We Do?, Robert J. Fetsch
Marketing Cull Cows – How & When?, Dillon M. Feuz
Keeping Employees "Positive And Pulling", John Flocchini
Government Decisions and Policy: Impact on the Cattle Industry, Roy Frederick
Management Factors to Decrease Health Problems in Weaned Calves, M. L. Galyean, G. C. Duff, and K. J. Malcom-Callis
Management Factors to Improve Health in Newborn Calves, Franklyn B. Garry
The Use of Composite Bulls – Long Term Benefits and Challenges, James A. Gosey