Daily News Update, Feb. 14, 2008

Virtual fence will get government’s approval, Chertoff says
The government plans to approve a 28-mile virtual fence along the U.S.-Mexico border in Arizona, Homeland Security Secretary Michael Chertoff said Wednesday. more
 

Texas Farm, Ranch, Wildlife Expo Feb. 19-20 in Abilene
The annual Texas Farm, Ranch, Wildlife Expo is set for Feb. 19-20 on the grounds of the Taylor County Expo Center, located at 1700 state Highway 36 in Abilene. Show hours are 10 a.m. to 7 p.m., Feb. 19 and 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., Feb. 20. more
 

Beef quality: what causes dark-cutters?
The causes of dark-cutters are thought to be a combination of factors under the category of preslaughter stressors. These stressors cause glycogen to be depleted, leading to a reduction in lactic acid production within the muscle tissues. more
 

International symposium on beef cattle welfare set for May
The beef industry has a fantastic reputation for the health and well-being of cattle. The mission of this symposium set for May 28-30 at Kansas State University is to understand the strides that have been made by the beef industry for the welfare of cattle and discuss new areas of opportunities for improvement. more
 

TSCRA Annual Convention & Trade Show
Plan to attend March 14-17 in Corpus Christi, Texas!  go
 

Operation Cow Thief
You can help catch a thief!  go
 

Market Information
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Events and Sale Calendar
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