Nebraska is ranked first through six nationally in the main cattle production statistics. Nebraska can easily support this industry with more than 23 million acres of rangeland and pastureland and an abundant supply of feed. Cattle are raised in every Nebraska county on over 41,000 farms and ranches. Nebraska has thousands of feedlots which finish feeding calves to market weight. More than seven million fed cattle are marketed annually - more than four times the population of Nebraska.
Cattle can efficiently convert forage and feed grains into protein-rich red meat.
Nebraska beef is widely known around the world for its flavor and quality. Consumer preferences have dictated new trends in beef production. Lean, meaty animals that use feed efficiently, at least cost, are the goals for which cattlemen strive. Beef contains essential nutrients necessary for good health.