Published Stories
Certified Angus Beef ® (CAB) stories are featured in leading Angus publications, as well as regional and national beef news. The stories below are some of the brand’s most recognized producer pieces. You are welcome to reprint these articles as long as you print the publication source, author name and use the article in its entirety. Edited versions can be used by permission only. Contact us to ask for approval.
February 2008
In the Middle of It
by Miranda Reiman
A middleman isn't always a bad thing. Rather than take a cut of the profits or add complexity, Angus seedstock producer Tommy Donnell does the opposite for his bull-buying customers.
In fall 2006, corn prices shot through the roof and the feeder market took a big hit. Monte Tucker, a fourth-generation Sweetwater, Okla., rancher, had a group of Angus-sired calves he didn't want to sell at those prices. Ranching on the Green by Steve Suther
Colorado ranchers make the most of operating under the public's watchful eye Persistence Pays by Gary Fike
A life's work build up uniform quality and dependable premiums. Gathering Natural Beef Quality by Steve Suther
The last intact Mexican land-grant ranch in the U.S. adapts cows for quality BIG ideas add value by Mark Gwin
January 2008
NEMO Finds Quality
by Chelsea Good
Small-scale producers work together in search of postweaning information.
Iowa meat industry legend Marvin Walter built businesses with "fire in the gut." Putting them to the Test by Miranda Reiman
Feedouts provide education on performance beyond weaning and carcass quality on the rail. Confidence Builder by Robyn Werk
Nebraska producer uses feedout project to confirm carcass and performance of his cow herd. Family Tradition by Robyn Werk
The Lees rely on Angus genetics to increase quality, profitability.
December 2007
Putting the to the Test
by Miranda Reiman
Feedouts provide education on performance beyond weaning and carcass quality on the rail.
Nebraska producer uses feedout project to confirm carcass and performance of his cow herd.
November 2007
Best Practices Manual
by Steve Suther
A cow-calf guide to producing for the CAB brand.
Oklahoma couple shares ranching duties and a quest for improvement. Service and Leadership by Miranda Reiman
October 2007
Pulling out all Stops
by Miranda Reiman
- Thomas County Feeders, 2007 CAB Progressive Partner of the year, hits CAB Natural target.
Ratcliff Angus Ranch, Hall win 2007 CAB Seedstock Commitment to Excellence Award. Big on Quality by Steve Suther
Taking customers and cattle one at a time, Irsik & Doll Feedyard is the three-peat winner of the CAB Quality Focus Award for big feedlots Loving every Minute by Miranda Reiman
Beller brothers enjoy feeding the best. Q&A with John Stika by Steve Suther
The chief executive of the world's leading branded beef program shares some insights. Built on Trust, Results by Miranda Reimen
Miller Cattle and Feedyards LLC claimed the highest CAB-acceptance rate among all licensed partners feeding at least 500 head and earned the Quality Focus Award for yards with less than 15,000-head capacity Cows that work, Calves that grade by Miranda Reiman
Cows that work, Calves that grade Beef Backers Value Recognition by Robyn Werk
State winners compete nationally for quality honor. Top Performers by Miranda Reiman and Steve Suther
At its annual conference, the CAB program honored feedlots and cow herds that excelled in their commitment to the brand.
Easy Does It by Miranda Reiman
Maintaining source groups avoids stress, enhances grade. Every Little Bit Adds Up by Miranda Reiman
Jim and Maureen Skavdahl receive CAB’s 2007 Commercial Commitment to Excellence Award.
September 2007
Maybe There Is a Reason (or 10)
by Larry Corah
Economics drives genetic and management decisions in the beef industry.
Shifting focus to share opportunities in the marketplace. Yield Grade and Dressing Percent by Paul Dykstra
Grid Marketing: Part II of II The Value of Quality by Steve Suther
Cattle-Fax sets "value of quality" at half a billion dollars a year. Headed in the Right Direction by Miranda Reiman
The last time corn was this expensive, the Washburns said goodbye to hogs. This time they say hello to top-quality beef. Open to Suggestion by Miranda Reiman
Kansans use advice, experience to bring on "perfect storm" of finishing.
June 2007
Corn, Cattle in New Paradigm
by Miranda Reiman
Capture added value, despite high corn prices.
May 2007
Pasture to Plate Cooperation Needed to Please Consumers
A good eating experience for the consumer is the result of efforst across the entire beef industry.
The first Angus bulls on the Clayton Ranch, near Bryson, Texas, were hidden in the "back 40." Ken and Kirk Clayton's dad was afraid of what his father, a long-time Hereford rancher, would think when he came home with the new breed. But it wasn't long before the entire herd was converted. Comman Ground by Miranda Reiman
"I don't mind paying a premium for good cattle." Art Wagner, of National Beef Packing Co. LLC, can say that because he knows the economics.
April 2007
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March 2007
Use of Better Carcass Data Will Improve Beef
by Miranda Reiman
Carcass data is one key to making upward change within a cow herd.
Rolling B Farms gets data on purchased cattle. No Brag, Just Facts by Miranda Reiman
The Plester brothers get the most out of their management. Use of Better Carcass Data Will Improve Beef by Miranda Reiman
Carcass data is one key to makingupward change within a cow herd. CAB Uniformity Rules Take Effect by Steve Suther
Packing plants begin using new CAB carcass specifications. AngusSource Now a Viable CAB Source by Steve Suther
Producers might start seeing premiums for Angus-based fed cattle.
February 2007
Time and pressure
by Paul Dykstra
Pounds still add up to dollars, but to produce pounds that add up to the most dollars, you need to gather and use carcass data.
The softening of the feeder-calf market late last fall didn't faze high-percentage Angus steer and heifer values. NACC Champions Named by Steve Suther
The grand champion pen in the 2006 National Angus Carcass Challenge (NACC) was a record-setting group of 68 steers. A Game of Inches by Miranda Reiman
Make the most of quality in the last 30 days. Good Stuff in Texas by Steve Suther
Networking with bull customers brings profit opportunities home.
January 2007
Supplying the Brand
by Micky Wilson
Mark McCully, director of Supply Development, presented and overview of Supplying the Brand at the NAILE.
December 2006
Source is the Key for Beef Quality Research
by Miranda Reiman
Research on producing high-quality beef if the cattle used doesn't have the genetics to begin with.
October 2006
An opportunity to learn
by Miranda Reiman
Matt Loewe has no qualms about sharing production secrets. In fact, his goal is to help neighbors become more competitive, encourage young people in agricutlure and give back to the industry.
Since 1918, the Browning name has been synonymous with precision in hitting a target. Tougher, harder, smarter, better by Steve Suther
Beef producers can work smarter if they work together, but they must keep working. Cattle that do it all by Miranda Reiman
Surveying Myron and Kay Beatty's ranch, you would never guess it started as 80 acres and 13 misfit cows. At your service by Miranda Reiman
Surrounded by the Wildcat Bluffs and miles of grassland, Gary Darnall's grandfather "proved up" in western Nebraska. That was in 1892, and the cattle family has been there ever since. Roots in the cow-calf industry spurred their interest in feeding cattle. Still doing it right by Steve Suther
Two Certified Angus Beef LLC (CAB)-licensed feedlots are demonstrating that quality is not just a trend; it's a continuing journey. Full Circle by Steve Suther
There is a reason for just about everything at Circle A Angus Ranch. From the type of fencing to the genetic lines of Angus cattle, from identification (ID) systems to the prevailing work ethic and philosophy. Even the symbolism in the name and the brand. It is a very full circle. CAB to enhance uniformity by CAB staff
Responding to beef industry changes and consumer demand, the Certified Angus Beef LLC (CAB) Board of Directors on Sept. 7 voted to adjust Certified Angus Beef® (CAB®) brand specifi cations.
September 2006
Betting on Natural
by Tricia Dicke
Betting on the future is a tough game to play, but it's a way to get ahead. Thomas County Feeders, Colby, Kan., has gone "all in" on the all-natural beef niche.
Cattle producers in South Dakota have a new perspective from the fork end of the industry. At least that can be said of the 150 producers who attended the Certified Angus Beef LLC and Pfizer Animal Health "Black Ink Basics" seminars July 12-14.
August 2006
Survey says ...
by Steve Suther
In a world where disjointed management often derails what could have been high-quality beef, it helps to know prevailing practices, genetics and philosophies. That's why CAB partnered with Drovers, through Vance Research Services, to survey the U.S. cow-c
High-percentage Angus steers and heifers posted record values at auction for the second consecutive spring, while their owners pocketed an extra $31 per head. Partner up by Steve Suther
As in the Old West, success in today's consumer-focused cattle business depends on finding partners you can trust. You might list a banker, nutritionist and bull supplier as partners in a sense, but have you considered partnering with a cattle feed
March 2006
Quality Beef Demand Outstrips Supply
by John Robinson, Western Livestock News
One look at USDA statistics on the production of Choice and Prime beef over the past several decades and one thing is clear: The industry is producing fewer head of Choice cattle than needed to fill the market demand.
Get them on grain early and often to realize grading potential. Aim High: Target the Brand by Steve Suther
Angus producers cleared to use CAB logo CAB Natural, Tyson Link to Production System by Steve Suther
Commercial Angus producers realize full value from calves.
February 2006
One Brand Defines Premium Demand
by Steve Suther
CAB vs. Choice cutout value often similar to Choice-Select spread.
Licensed packers report more cash sales in hot market.