Bigger cattle, greater need for animal welfare and management

Bigger cattle, greater need for animal welfare and management

K-State researcher suggests taking greater precautions and actions for animal welfare to help cattle be more efficient Since 2010, the USDA has reported that the U.S. beef cattle herd has declined 12%, from 31.7 million in 2010 to 27.9 million in 2025, though producers are still able to meet beef demands through efficient cattle. But a Kansas State University researcher suggests that producers need to take a closer look at the management of thei…