Features http://www.cattlenetwork.com/drovers/features RSS Feed for Features en-us Wed, 15 May 2013 12:06:17 GMT Assess yourself http://www.cattlenetwork.com/drovers/features/Assess-yourself-207407041.html Could some simple changes reduce stress and improve performance in your operation? Graders get it right http://www.cattlenetwork.com/drovers/features/Graders-get-it-right-207402961.html The accuracy of USDA Feeder Cattle Grade Standards is high, according to a recent study. Steps to profitable ranching http://www.cattlenetwork.com/drovers/features/Steps-to-profitable-ranching-207397741.html “I don’t know how many people have told me ‘ranching for profit’ is an oxymoron,” says Dave Pratt. GM confusion http://www.cattlenetwork.com/drovers/features/GM-confusion-207249791.html We’re living in what many are calling the “information age.” Yet, confusion reigns over many important issues, and our easy access to information — and misinformation — helps fuel that confusion. Savvy PR or chilling effect on innovation? http://www.cattlenetwork.com/drovers/features/Savvy-PR-or-chilling-effect-on-innovation-202370011.html Whole Foods Market, a 335-store organic- and natural-food chain, made headlines last month announcing that by 2018 it will require all products in its stores to be labeled, indicating whether they contain genetically modified organisms (GMO). Simpler selection http://www.cattlenetwork.com/drovers/features/Simpler-selection-202367951.html Economic selection indexes help, but ranchers still need to study the numbers. Savory's solution http://www.cattlenetwork.com/drovers/features/Savorys-solution-202366421.html Zimbabwean biologist Allan Savory says livestock can benefit — rather than harm — the environment and help stop desertification. I'm a Drover: Balancing act http://www.cattlenetwork.com/drovers/features/Balancing-act-202363971.html Wyoming cattleman Scott George adds NCBA president to his diverse list of tasks. Where's the value http://www.cattlenetwork.com/drovers/features/Wheres-the-value-195684561.html Begin planning now to capture the best value for your calves at sale time. Stocker prospects http://www.cattlenetwork.com/drovers/features/Stocker-prospects-195680871.html Grazing programs may offer profit opportunities, but producers must manage their risk.