UGA Beef Team

Dr. Pedro Fontes, UGA Beef Extension Specialist and member of the UGA Beef Team, was recently featured on the University of Nebraska BeefWatch Podcast.

The episode discusses his research evaluating how nutritional management during bull development influences fertility, semen quality, and early embryo development, along with practical implications for seedstock and commercial cattle producers.

https://open.spotify.com/episode/6opQ1QeIEnnQdKlTfYkwea?si=8b4b36c8ef964332

Impact of Sire Over-Conditioning on Bull Fertility UNL BeefWatch · Episode

With the recent identification of a New World Screwworm case in the United States, preparedness is crucial now more than ever for producers.

In response, the USDA has compiled several resources including:
-Current status updates
-U.S. response plan
-Fact sheets
-Field identification guides and more.

To view the resources from the USDA, visit: https://www.aphis.usda.gov/animals/animal-health/livestock-and-poultry-disease/stop-screwworm -32826

In the coming weeks, NCBA has plans to share some simplified resources that walk producers through the dense USDA response playbook. We will share those resources as well as they are made available.

Georgia cattle markets are holding at historically high levels, driven by tight supplies and resilient consumer demand. But what does the rest of 2026 look like for the industry?

In this 'Beef Tips n' Advice' article, Dr. Will Secor breaks down the key factors shaping the market right now, including:

- Supply & Demand: Why record-high prices are sticking around despite short-term market volatility.

- Georgia Feeder Trends: Prices started strong but have largely plateaued. What do normal seasonal patterns suggest for this summer and fall?

-Key Risks to Watch: From shifting beef import policies to macroeconomic headwinds.

Check out the full article at: https://beef.caes.uga.edu/news/2026/05/beefonomics-cattle-market-update-georgia-feeder-cattle-prices/

While we are appreciative of the recent rains, this drought is far from over. In this 'Beef Tips n' Advice' article, Dr. Lisa Baxter summarizes our best resources available for managing forages during a drought.

The full article can be found at: https://beef.caes.uga.edu/news/2026/05/what-forage-drought-resources-are-available/

Be sure to also follow Georgia Forages on Facebook!

Sale is Wednesday! Lot 67, registered Ultrablack, from Greuel Family Brangus is stout, attractive, and good-natured. Lot 81 Blk Hereford from MT Farms is due to calve to an excellent Craftsman son.

Applications for the 2026 Elite Stockman program are officially closed!

A huge thank you to everyone who applied! We have received an incredible pool of applicants this year and look forward to reviewing the applications.

What’s next?
Decision notifications will be sent out via email no later than June 5th.

Sale order is posted! Lot 43 and Lot 33, both bred AI and due Dec 9th, are from Shady Grove Farm and the Bagwell Family; long time NWGA producers, consigning to Calhoun HERD for 25 years! Sale Day is May 27!

Vision, leadership, and passion for the future of our industry. 🌟

Congratulations to Jason Duggin, our YCC David Gazda Visionary Award recipient! His dedication is helping shape the next generation of cattlemen and women.

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Don't miss out on your chance to be in the 2026 Elite Stockman class!

Sam Lovvorn shares his perspective on the program's value:

"By participating in the Elite Stockman program, I was able to learn new skills that would be applicable for the rest of my life. Not only did we get to learn applied techniques from some of the best experts in the country, we also learned to advocate and communicate for the industry we love so much!"

⏳ Deadline to Apply is TOMORROW May 22nd!
🔗 https://beef.caes.uga.edu/programs/educational/georgia-elite-stockman/