Beef X Dairy Research Summary
Supported by the Iowa State Beef Checkoff, these beef x dairy key findings highlight research insights that help producers improve management practices, optimize calf performance and meet market demand for high-quality beef from dairy-influenced genetics.
Raising Beef x Dairy CattlE
2023
Denise Schwab
Iowa State University
Early-life impacts on beef × dairy calf performance and assessment of challenges facing beef × dairy production in Iowa.
Health in Beef x Dairy cattle
2023
Dr. Jodi McGill
Iowa State University
Impact of elevated liver copper levels on bovine respiratory disease incidence and vaccine response in beef × dairy calves.
More Research Results:
Carcass Quality
Highlights actionable strategies to enhance feedlot profitability and beef quality, helping producers align performance with growing consumer demand for premium beef.
gain & Performance
Highlights practical strategies to improve feed efficiency, carcass quality and cattle performance—with summaries to help producers make data-driven decisions.
Reproduction & Genetics
Highlights valuable insights to enhance herd productivity and reproductive success—supporting informed decision-making to improve breeding outcomes and overall herd performance.