Charolais USA

A new Kansas State University Lifecycle Assessment is putting numbers behind the economic value of Charolais genetics. In a recent conversation, AICA Executive Vice President Brett Spader sits down with Kansas State University’s Dr. Logan Thompson to discuss the research and what the findings mean for today’s beef producers.

The assessment evaluates profitability across the cow-calf, backgrounding and finishing phases, comparing major U.S. beef breeds in both straight-bred and crossbred production systems. The results show Charolais and Charolais-influenced cattle delivering strong economic returns, with the advantage becoming even greater at heavier carcass weights. In the study, Charolais-cross cattle at a 1,000-pound carcass endpoint generated the highest total industry value modeled at $170.18 per head.

Throughout the conversation, Spader and Thompson break down the research in practical terms and explore how growth, feed efficiency, carcass weight and terminal crossbreeding translate into profitability across the beef production chain. The findings reinforce a powerful message for commercial cattlemen: Charolais genetics don't just add pounds—they add profitable pounds and value from the ranch through the feedyard and ultimately to the rail.

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Charolais USA: Registration and DNA Updates with Maggie Smithee and Sarah Almond

Big things are happening at AICA following the 2026 Spring Board Meeting in Kansas City. From record-setting sale averages to continued growth in membership, genomic testing, and commercial initiatives, the momentum behind the Charolais breed is stronger than ever.

Stay informed on the latest updates, committee highlights, and what’s ahead for the industry 👇

🔗 Read more: https://charolaisusa.com/2026-spring-board-meeting-recap/

Big things are happening at AICA following the 2026 Spring Board Meeting in Kansas City. From record-setting sale averages to continued growth in membership, genomic testing, and commercial initiatives, the momentum behind the Charolais breed is stronger than ever.

Stay informed on the latest updates, committee highlights, and what’s ahead for the industry 👇

🔗 Read more: https://charolaisusa.com/2026-spring-board-meeting-recap/

The 2026 Spring Sale Season has proven to be one for the books. Talk sale season success, printer media, and digital marketing with AICA Staff Cody Beck, Hadley Schotte, and Megan Schooler.

Join AICA's Special Projects Coordinator, Megan Schooler, as she talks with Recording Secretary, Maggie Smithee and DNA & Data Coordinator, Sarah Almond on upcoming Registry and DNA updates.

Join AICA's Special Projects Coordinator Megan Schooler and AICA's Consulting Geneticist Dr. Mark Allen as they discuss KIT PINZ and the newest test.

Join us as AICA Board President Frank Ellis joins the show to discuss highlights from our fall meeting in Kansas City.

Join us as incoming AICA Board President Frank Ellis and outgoing President Michael Sturgess join the show to discuss highlights from our spring meeting in Kansas City.