BQA practices now saturate every phase of the beef industry

Today, approximately 85 percent of U.S. beef comes from BQA-certified producers, writes Clint Peck. He shares the history of capturing the value, challenges and opportunities BQA certification presents. We noted the comments about involving smaller producers and the need for continuously educating cattle producers about best practices.

Source: BEEF, October 18, 2024. Link.

While most “old timers” have bought into BQA, new industry entrants are mostly unaware of the concept, or the need for it . . . but often eagerly embrace BQA standards once introduced to the idea.” – Jerry Yates

INSIGHTS: New producers and their 15 percent are critical for maintaining the health of the cattle herds in the U.S. It is important to continue educating them and new employees in production entities about the importance and over-arching values when BQA standards are implemented and followed.