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The 2026 Across-Breed EPD Table and Improvements is now available on the BIF website: bit.ly/4skZgqn

A multi-state research project examined how the layout of genetic profiles affects buyers’ ability to accurately predict bull prices & assess quality. bit.ly/3PcvXri Don't forget! The 2026 BIF Research Symposium is scheduled for June 1-4 in Boise, ID! #beef #ag

Don't forget: We have extended the deadline for Seedstock & Commercial Producer of the Year nominations to Friday, March 20, 11:59 p.m.! Get those nominations in to recognize some outstanding cattlemen & cattlewomen! bit.ly/4bv8RVK

We have extended the deadline for the 2026 Commercial & Seedstock Producer of the Year nominations. New deadline is Friday, March 20 at 11:59 p.m. Access application information: bit.ly/40V0lJ5

The BIF Shark Tank Competition invites undergraduate & graduate students from U.S. & Canadian universities to pitch innovative ideas. Finalists will present live on June 2 at the 2026 BIF Research Symposium in Boise, ID. More info: bit.ly/40V0lJ5 #beef #ag #innovation

#Beef demand remains strong, but buyers are more diverse & selective than ever—spanning multiple generations with different expectations for taste, convenience & values. Read more: bit.ly/4l0ofMK

Attention college students pursuing education in beef cattle genetics! We are accepting applications for the Roy A. Wallace BIF Memorial Scholarship & Frank Baker/Larry Cundiff BIF Scholarship. For more info & to download the application forms, visit: bit.ly/40V0lJ5

Incorporating earlier-in-life growth metrics into the National Cattle Evaluation could strengthen genetic predictions for beef-on-dairy #cattle. More: bit.ly/4rAeIP9 Also, plan for the 2026 BIF Research Symposium, June 1-4, in Boise, ID! #beef #dairy

Final day at NCBA #CattleCon 26! Come see us at booth 641. Trivia | Headshots | Giveaways We look forward to seeing you!

Day 2 at NCBA #CattleCon 26 = a full lineup! 📍 Booth 641 Headshot Hour | Meat Science Trivia | Music City Happy Hour Freebie Plus giveaways throughout the day. Don’t miss it!

We’re open for Day 1 at NCBA #CattleCon 26. Stop by Booth 641 to say hello — more fun coming later in the week!

BIF is headed to Nashville! We will be at NCBA #CattleCon 26 and look forward to connecting with you in Booth 641.

Each year, the #Beef Improvement Federation awards one Seedstock Producer of the Year & one Commercial Producer of the Year during its annual symposium. The deadline to submit nominations for the 2026 awards is March 15th. Application available online: bit.ly/4bv8RVK

Selecting cattle for lower methane emissions could deliver long-term gains in efficiency & #sustainability for the #beef industry. More on this and other articles: bit.ly/4rAeIP9 Also, mark your calendars for the 2026 BIF Research Symposium, June 1-4, in Boise, ID!

We wish you & yours a joyous holiday season!

UNL researchers are linking cattle genetics & rumen microbes to find ways to cut methane losses & boost feed efficiency on ranches. This article & more: bit.ly/4rAeIP9 And, be sure to mark your calendars for June 1-4, 2026, in Boise, ID! #beef #beefgenetics

As we prepare to release more info about the 2026 BIF Research Symposium, we want to showcase some of the great presentations from this year! Read this article & more: bit.ly/4rAeIP9 And, be sure to mark your calendars for June 1-4, 2026, in Boise, ID!

We are thankful for all those who have served or are currently serving our country. #VeteransDay

Mark your calendars to join us in Boise in 2026! More details to come. #Beef #beefgenetics #beefimprovementfederation #Cattle

Isabella Kukor, CSU doctoral candidate, said heart failure can occur at any type of operation, at any age, and any level of altitude. She gave her talk, “Heart Score Comparisons between Finished Beef and Beef on Dairy Animals,” during #BIF2024. Read more: beefimprovement.org/beef-and-dairy…