Ag Biz News Column Chad Gulley County Extension Agent—Ag/NR Smith County Cattle Breeds…Animal Performance                 When it comes to livestock, animal performance is determined by two factors—genetics and the environment.  Environmental factors may include climate, topography, forages, disease, management practices, and economics.  In 2011 with the drought, several of these factors came into play. When determining genetic strategies for your beef herd, four steps should be examined.  First, determine your production conditions including climate, forages, and marketing making sure your herd fits these conditions.  Second, choose the… Read More →