Show-Me-Select Replacement Heifer Program

Show-Me-Select® Replacement Heifer Program

An educational program for Missouri farmers aimed at improving heifer development through technology and management practices.

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Missouri Show-Me-Select Replacement Heifers The Show-Me-Select® Replacement Heifer Program uses the latest research on health, nutrition, genetics and reproductive science to ensure Missouri counties continue to be national leaders in providing quality beef. The program focuses on Missouri's farmers and is dependent upon active participation from regional extension livestock specialists and local veterinarians, each of which are critical components of the agricultural sector of this state.

This program is unique in that it is an educational program targeted at improving production efficiency through increased use of existing technology, coupled with the marketing component.

Program objectives:

Improved heifer development programs through a Total Quality Management strategy
Increased marketing opportunities for and added value for Missouri-raised heifers
Creation of reliable sources of quality replacement heifers based on management, reproduction and genetics

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Four SE Missouri cattle producers recognized

Published: Monday, Jan. 30, 2023

COLUMBIA, Mo. – Four southeastern Missouri cattle producers were recognized recently for their contributions to the Show-Me-Select Replacement Heifer Program over more than a quarter of a century each.The four were recognized prior to the most ...

Show-Me-Select lowers enrollment fees

Published: Wednesday, Aug. 25, 2021

COLUMBIA, Mo. – U.S. Marine Corps recruiters used to say they were “looking for a few good men.” University of Missouri Extension livestock specialist Eldon Cole says he is “looking for a few good heifers” to help beef producers through the ...

Show-Me-Select sale at Palmyra marks 25th year

Published: Friday, June 11, 2021

PALMYRA, Mo. – Twenty-nine buyers bought more than $305,000 worth of bred heifers in less than 60 minutes at the June 5 Show-Me-Select Replacement Heifer Program sale at F&T Livestock Auction in Palmyra.University of Missouri Extension livestock ...

Buyers show confidence at Show-Me-Select heifer sales

Published: Wednesday, June 2, 2021

COLUMBIA, Mo. – Spring Show-Me-Select Replacement Heifer sales saw heavy interest and strong prices, says Erin Larimore, sales coordinator for University of Missouri Extension’s Show-Me-Select Replacement Heifer Program.Larimore says beef herd ...

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Estrus Synchronization Recommendations for Artificial Insemination of Beef Heifers

Publication date: Dec. 1, 2021

Jordan ThomasAssistant Professor and State Beef Reproduction Specialist, Division of Animal SciencesRachael Bonacker, Carson Andersen, Emily Smith and Genna VanWyeGraduate Research Assistants, Division of Animal SciencesOverview1-Shot PG: This ...

Screening Criteria for Show-Me-Select Replacement Heifers

Publication date: Sept. 1, 2021

Jordan ThomasAssistant Professor, Animal SciencesErin LarimoreSenior Research Specialist, Animal SciencesGenevieve VanWyeGraduate Research Assistant, Animal SciencesFigure 1. The Show-Me-Select Replacement Heifer Program is nationally recognized as ...

Nutritional Management of Developing Heifers: Intensive Versus Extensive Systems

Publication date: Sept. 1, 2021

Eric BaileyAssistant Professor, Animal SciencesJordan ThomasAssistant Professor, Animal SciencesFigure 1. Nutrition is an important management tool for influencing when heifers attain puberty.Replacement females are the lifeblood of beef cow herds, ...

Body Condition Scoring of Beef Cattle

Publication date: Sept. 1, 2021

Jordan ThomasAssistant Professor, Animal SciencesEric BaileyAssistant Professor, Animal SciencesBody condition scoring (BCS) of cattle allows producers to assess the fat reserves of cows during various production phases. When evaluated at key ...

Hair Shedding Scores: A Tool to Select Heat Tolerant Cattle

Publication date: April 1, 2021

Jared DeckerAssociate Professor, Animal SciencesJordan ThomasAssistant Professor, Animal SciencesResponsible beef breeding requires matching cattle genetics to production environment. This is necessary for at least three reasons: Profitability, ...

Determination of Pregnancy Status in Beef Herds

Publication date: March 1, 2021

Jordan ThomasAssistant Professor, Animal SciencesScott PoockExtension Veterinarian, College of Veterinary MedicineEmily SmithGraduate Research Assistant, Animal SciencesFigure 1. Having a veterinarian perform a pregnancy examination can provide ...

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A Steak in Genomics

A blog for stakeholders in beef production, genetics, and genomics -- by Jared Decker, associate professor in the University of Missouri's Division of Animal Sciences and MU Extension state beef genetics specialist

Better beef prices through improved animal husbandry

A handful of states have added or are planning heifer improvement programs such as one began 17 years ago in Missouri. MU's David Patterson, with other cattle experts, explain programs for improving beef heifers.

CAFNR - College of Agriculture, Food and Natural Resources

Through research and scholarly endeavors, CAFNR strives to discover and disseminate new knowledge, scientific information and innovations through formal and nonformal educational programs.

College of Veterinary Medicine

MU is the only Missouri institution to award the doctor of veterinary medicine degree (DVM). It boasts a health center and medical diagnostic lab, connecting research and instruction.

Division of Applied Social Sciences

MU's DASS educates, empowers and engages people who lead and work in our food and agriculture system. Through research, teaching and extension, DASS advances sustainability and supports decision-makers.

Missouri Cattlemen's Association

The Missouri Cattlemen's Association (MCA) is a not-for-profit, grassroots, member-driven organization focused on protection and promotion of the Missouri beef cattle industry.

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