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by Amanda Radke Nov. 12, 2009

Cowherd Management, Pregnancy Exams, Selecting Cull Cows

Well, the rain has finally subsided, and the rare South Dakota sun has been gracing us with its presence, as of late. Finally, after postponing this....More
by Amanda Radke Nov. 11, 2009

Have You Thanked A Veteran Today?

BEEF Daily would like to wish a Happy Veterans Day to those who have served our nation to protect our freedom. I know it comes with great sacrifice....More
by Amanda Radke Nov. 10, 2009

Envisioning 2020, Preparing for Future Global Demand

Although I have never attended the International Livestock Congress-USA, I have heard great reviews from those that have participated in this event....More
by Amanda Radke Nov. 9, 2009

Introducing YouTube Star, "The Real Farm Girl"

Laura Nielson is a born and raised cowgirl. She grew up on her family’s farm near Hartford, S.D., where the Nielsons raise 450 dairy cows, 400....More
by Amanda Radke Nov. 5, 2009

Masters of Beef Advocacy Spotlight: Scott Niess

I feel the need to spread a little bit of sunshine on the blog today because that's exactly what the weather has been like for us all week! Finally,....More
by Amanda Radke Nov. 4, 2009

Pass On The Gift: Heifer International

Have you heard of Heifer International? One of my best friends is taking a non-profit organization course at South Dakota State University, and he....More
by Amanda Radke Nov. 3, 2009

HSUS Reveals True Characters in 'Words and Guns' Speech

This blog is beginning to feel like a tabloid as I report the ridiculous stunts the Humane Society of the United States (HSUS) continues to pull to....More
by Amanda Radke Nov. 2, 2009

Bob Barker Donates to Develop Animal Rights Major at Drury University

Former television game show host Bob Barker, who ended episodes of "The Price is Right" by asking viewers to spay and neuter their pets, donated $1....More
by Amanda Radke Oct. 29, 2009

A Vet's Perspective on the Animal Care Debate

Today, my dad and I are headed up the road to Artesian, S.D. to help our neighbors wean their calves for today's sale in town. I think it's a great....More
by Amanda Radke Oct. 28, 2009

Loading Up Calves, Dishing About Ohio's Issue 2

It's a busy day at our operation today. Later this afternoon, we will be loading up our sale cattle to market in town. For the better part of the....More
by Amanda Radke Oct. 27, 2009

Count Your Many Blessings

I'll admit that, as of late, I haven't been feeling exactly positive about the state of the beef industry today. What with the cold, wet weather....More
by Amanda Radke Oct. 26, 2009

The True Unsung Heroes, Women in Agriculture

Women in agriculture are unsung heroes. When a woman vows to marry a farmer, she knows she is also marrying the operation, too, including the cattle....More
by Amanda Radke Oct. 22, 2009

What's It Like In Your Neck of the Woods?

Rain. Rain. Rain. It seems to be the theme for 2009. Some of you are begging for a drop of rain, and some of us are just wishing it would go away....More
by Amanda Radke Oct. 21, 2009

Farmers on List of America's Most Dangerous Jobs

At times, it feels like the general consumer doesn't understand what we do on our farms and ranches. In the past few years, it has become evident....More
by Amanda Radke Oct. 20, 2009

Media, For the Last Time, It's H1N1, Not Swine Flu

As I was driving to the Twin Cities this weekend to attend the Minnesota Beef Expo, the radio was nonstop news about a show pig that was infected....More
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Amanda Radke

A fifth-generation rancher from Mitchell, SD, Amanda grew up on a purebred Limousin cattle operation in which she and husband Tyler are active. She graduated with a degree in agriculture journalism...
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