Missouri Cattlemen's
What is the MCA Address?
2306 Bluff Creek Dr. Columbia, MO 65201
This value predicts how a bull's calves will perform compared to the breed average.
EPD
Where does the US rank in cattle production in the world?
Third Place
This score is commonly used to evaluate a cow’s nutritional status on a 1–9 scale.
Body Condition Score (BCS)
Name the compartment of a cows stomach.
Rumen, Reticulum, Omasum and, Abomasum
When and where is MCA Annual Convention?
January 21-23 in Margaritaville in Osage Beach
What is the average rate of AI sticking in Cattle?
50% to 65% average but can reach up to 75%
Who are the top 5 states in cattle in US? (Data from USDA 2025)
Texas, Oklahoma, Missouri, Nebraska, and South Dakota
This management practice helps identify open cows early and reduce unnecessary winter feed costs.
Pregnancy checking
Why does fescue cause issues in cattle? (one word)
Endophyte
Who is the Current MCA President?
Jeff Reed
This technology evaluates DNA markers to predict genetic merit at a young age?
Genomic Testing
What is the top cattle-producing county in Missouri?
Polk County
This period after calving is critical for cows to resume cycling before the next breeding season.
The postpartum interval
What is the most common reason why cows end up in the wrong pasture?
"The fence looked fine yesterday."
Who was the first president of the MCA?
C.W. Caldwell
This trait is lowly heritable, heavily influenced by the environment, and crucial to long-term profitability.
Fertility
At what percentage body weight should heifers be bred
55-65% mature body weight
Cows in this body condition score range at calving generally have the highest rebreeding success.
A BCS of 5–6
When was the MCA founded, and what was it the successor to?
The MCA was founded in 1968. It is the successor to the Missouri Livestock Association.
This factor matters more than any single EPD when choosing a Bull.
Matching the Bill to the production environment
In early 2025, how many US cattle are on feed?
13 to 14.3 million head of cattle.
This single management decision impacts labor efficiency, calf uniformity, marketing options, and herd fertility.
Having a defined breeding and calving season
This is the most expensive bull you could ever own.
An Infertile Bull