First cattle enter new Umstead research barn, expanding NCDA&CS livestock technology

After years of planning and construction, the new Vytelle barn at the Umstead Beef Unit in Butner has reached an important milestone. The first research project to utilize the barn is officially underway, meaning the barn now has cattle in it for the first time. The cows were moved into the barn in late April. … Read more

A Christmas to remember for N.C.-based Wilders Wagyu

For Wilders Wagyu beef company, based on a farm in Sampson County, the 2023 holiday season could be seen as a watershed moment. This season is helping to put Wilders on the map when it comes to holiday gifts from North Carolina producers. “It’s really only our second season selling beef and pork. So we’ve … Read more