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NCBA Welcomes Landmark Habitat Conservation Bill
NCBA Welcomes Landmark Habitat Conservation Bill

NCBA urged members of Congress to support the recently introduced America's Wildlife Conservation Act, a bill that would provide regulatory certainty for landowners who participate in species conservation agreements.

NCBA Hails Limited SEC Rule as Win for Cattle Producers
NCBA Hails Limited SEC Rule as Win for Cattle Producers

The SEC released a limited greenhouse gas disclosure rule that omits the requirement for large publicly traded companies to release greenhouse gas emissions data from private companies in their supply chain.

Beef Spokespeople Join Next Group of Trailblazers
Beef Spokespeople Join Next Group of Trailblazers

Trailblazers receive in-depth training to become expert communicators, excel in media interviews and understand how to build confidence in beef-related practices when talking to consumers.

American Wildlife Habitat Conservation Act Introduced
American Wildlife Habitat Conservation Act Introduced

The American Wildlife Habitat Conservation Act was introduced in the U.S. House of Representatives to boost the money available to fund wildlife conservation, habitat restoration, and sportsmen education programs.

Wyoming Rancher Mark Eisele Becomes New NCBA President
Wyoming Rancher Mark Eisele Becomes New NCBA President

Mark Eisele's focus during his time as president is to advocate for opportunities to strengthen the industry for future generations and for producers' freedom to operate.

NCBA Releases 2024 Policy Priorities
NCBA Releases 2024 Policy Priorities

The National Cattlemen’s Beef Association’s (NCBA) Executive Committee approved the organization’s policy priorities at the 2024 Cattle Industry Convention and NCBA Trade Show.

NCBA Backs FAIR Labels Act to End Deceptive Fake Meat Labeling Practices
NCBA Backs FAIR Labels Act to End Deceptive Fake Meat Labeling Practices

The bill would end deceptive labeling practices on fake meat products and ensure that consumers know exactly what they are buying at the grocery store.

NCBA Continues to Push for Death Tax Relief
NCBA Continues to Push for Death Tax Relief

Current Death Tax relief is set to expire at the end of 2025, and it is vital that Congress acts soon and provide permanent relief for family operations.

CattleCon24 Showcases Sustainability Efforts
CattleCon24 Showcases Sustainability Efforts

Two unique sessions during CattleCon24 in Orlando, Florida, provide opportunities to share ideas and continue conversations about the importance of continuous improvement.

Cattle Producers Praise Farm Bill Extension
Cattle Producers Praise Farm Bill Extension

The National Cattlemen’s Beef Association (NCBA) praised Congress for passing a government funding package that includes a one-year extension of the 2018 Farm Bill.

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Cattlemen Object to Plans to Introduce Grizzly Bears in Pacific Northwest

This latest proposed rule from the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service follows years of opposition from rural Washington communities, cattle ranchers, and sheep producers.

NCBA Again Strongly Opposes Paraguayan Beef Imports
NCBA Again Strongly Opposes Paraguayan Beef Imports

NCBA has repeatedly raised concerns with USDA over Paraguay’s history of foot-and-mouth disease (FMD) and the outdated information used to justify Paraguay’s access to the U.S. market.

2024 Environmental Stewardship Award Program Nominations Now Open
2024 Environmental Stewardship Award Program Nominations Now Open

Established in 1991, the Environmental Stewardship Award Program (ESAP) annually recognizes outstanding stewardship practices and conservation achievements of cattle producers across the nation.

Undergraduate Students Encouraged to Apply for Beef Industry Scholarship
Undergraduate Students Encouraged to Apply for Beef Industry Scholarship

CME Group, National Cattlemen’s Foundation and NCBA will award 10 scholarships to college students pursuing careers in the beef industry.

Ag Groups Voice Opposition to Spartz Anti-Checkoff Amendment
Ag Groups Voice Opposition to Spartz Anti-Checkoff Amendment

130 ag and forestry group urge congress to reject an anti-checkoff amendment to legislation that funds the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA).

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NCBA Backed Legislation to Boost Oversight of Foreign Ag Purchases Advances

The Agricultural Security Risk Review Act would add the Secretary of Agriculture to the Committee on Foreign Investment, an interagency committee that reviews the national security impact of foreign investments.

The Eagle Creek Fire in Oregon has caused the shutdown of Interstate 84 for a stretch of more than 80 miles.
California Rancher Urges Congress to Address Wildfires Through Livestock Grazing and Effective Land Management Tools

Dr. Dave Daley, a leader in the California Cattlemen’s Association, Public Lands Council, and NCBA testified in a field hearing titled “Conservation in a Crown Jewel: A Discussion About Wildfires and Forest Management.

Cattle Producers Direct NCBA Action on Cell-Cultured Products
Cattle Producers Direct NCBA Action on Cell-Cultured Products

National Cattlemen’s Beef Association (NCBA) passed a directive to continue the association’s advocacy efforts on transparent labeling and inspection of cell-cultured protein products.

NCBA Member Testifies in Support of Black Vulture Relief Act
NCBA Member Testifies in Support of Black Vulture Relief Act

Charlie Besher, the chairman of NCBA’s Property Rights and Environmental Management Committee, told a U.S. House committee how predatory black vultures take a toll on cattle producers’ livestock and livelihoods.

NCBA President Hits Back at Animal Rights Activists and Policymakers Attacking the Beef Checkoff
NCBA President Hits Back at Animal Rights Activists and Policymakers Attacking the Beef Checkoff

National Cattlemen’s Beef Association (NCBA) President Todd Wilkinson, a South Dakota cattle producer, responded to attacks on the Beef Checkoff and NCBA from animal rights activists and their allies in Congress.

Farmers and Ranchers Reject Rep. Victoria Spartz’s Anti-Checkoff Amendment
Farmers and Ranchers Reject Rep. Victoria Spartz’s Anti-Checkoff Amendment

Ag organizations representing Indiana’s top commodities announced their joint opposition to an amendment introduced by Rep. Victoria Spartz (R-IN) that attacks commodity checkoff programs.

Cattlemen Praise Congressional Resolution Supporting Beef Checkoff
Cattlemen Praise Congressional Resolution Supporting Beef Checkoff

Cattle industry leaders on Thursday (July 13) praised the introduction of a bipartisan congressional resolution recognizing the importance of commodity checkoff programs, including the Beef Checkoff.

NCBA Files Legal Motion to Strike Down Biden WOTUS Rule
NCBA Files Legal Motion to Strike Down Biden WOTUS Rule

NCBA has filed a motion to strike down the Biden administration’s Waters of the U.S. (WOTUS) rule in light of the Supreme Court’s decision in Sackett v. EPA.

2023 YCC Class Marks 40 Years of Leadership Development
2023 YCC Class Marks 40 Years of Leadership Development

NCBA's Young Cattlemen's Conference (YCC) program concluded its successful relaunch after a three-year hiatus with 71 participants from across the nation and every segment of the beef industry.

Cattle Groups Support the Foreign Animal Disease Prevention, Surveillance, and Rapid Response Act
Cattle Groups Support the Foreign Animal Disease Prevention, Surveillance, and Rapid Response Act

Leading national and state cattle industry organizations have announced their support for the Foreign Animal Disease Prevention, Surveillance, and Rapid Response Act.

2022 National Beef Quality Audit Shows Efficiency Improvements
2022 National Beef Quality Audit Shows Efficiency Improvements

The 2022 National Beef Quality Audit was released May 16 during a call with media. Data from the audit indicate a safe and high-quality product is consistently offered to today’s consumers.

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NCBA Calls for Continued Ban on Paraguayan Beef Imports

NCBA asks Ag Secretary Tom Vilsack to continue blocking Paraguay from importing beef to the U.S. in response to USDA releasing a proposed rule that would grant access to Paraguayan beef imports.

NCBA Sues Biden Administration to Overturn Lesser Prairie Chicken Listing
NCBA Sues Biden Administration to Overturn Lesser Prairie Chicken Listing

The listing is scheduled to take effect on March 27, 2023, and the states included in the species’ range are Kansas, Texas, Oklahoma, New Mexico, and Colorado.

“Yellowstone” Creator Taylor Sheridan at Annual Cattle Industry Convention
“Yellowstone” Creator Taylor Sheridan at Annual Cattle Industry Convention

Academy Award®-nominated writer and actor Taylor Sheridan will speak during the Opening General Session of the 2023 Cattle Industry Convention & NCBA Trade Show in New Orleans.

NCBA Welcomes Comment Extension for Packers and Stockyards Act Rulemaking
NCBA Welcomes Comment Extension for Packers and Stockyards Act Rulemaking

USDA extends the comment period for the proposed rule titled, “Inclusive Competition and Market Integrity Under the Packers and Stockyards Act.”

Cattle Contracts Library Pilot Program Notice to Trade
Cattle Contracts Library Pilot Program Notice to Trade

NCBA said it is pleased to see the pilot program progressing and note the important decision to use the Livestock Mandatory Reporting statutes as a basis for any subsequent rulemakings.

NCBA Member Testifies Regarding Value of Conservation Programs
NCBA Member Testifies Regarding Value of Conservation Programs

Iowa cattle producer and National Cattlemen’s Beef Association (NCBA) member Shayne Wiese testified before the House Agriculture Committee regarding implementation of the conservation title of the 2018 Farm Bill.

NCBA Opposes Biotechnology Executive Order
NCBA Opposes Biotechnology Executive Order

The National Cattlemen’s Beef Association raised questions on President Biden’s Executive Order on Advancing Biotechnology and Biomanufacturing Innovation for a Sustainable, Safe, and Secure American Bioeconomy.

NCBA Calls for Limited SEC Greenhouse Gas Rule Following Senate Hearing
NCBA Calls for Limited SEC Greenhouse Gas Rule Following Senate Hearing

NCBA called for a limited version of the Securities and Exchange Commission’s (SEC) greenhouse gas disclosure rule following SEC Chairman Gary Gensler’s testimony before the U.S. Senate Committee on Banking.

NCBA Urges Senate Committee to Pass Livestock Regulatory Protection Act
NCBA Urges Senate Committee to Pass Livestock Regulatory Protection Act

The Livestock Regulatory Protection Act aims to prevent EPA from issuing Clean Air Act Title V permits for emissions like carbon dioxide, nitrogen oxide, water vapor, or methane that result from livestock production.

W.D. Farr Scholarship Program Seeking Applications
W.D. Farr Scholarship Program Seeking Applications

The National Cattlemen’s Foundation is accepting applications for the annual W.D. Farr Scholarship program that awards two $15,000 scholarships to graduate students.

NCBA Looks to 2023 Farm Bill Following Summer Meeting
NCBA Looks to 2023 Farm Bill Following Summer Meeting

The National Cattlemen’s Beef Association announced its priorities for the 2023 Farm Bill based on producer input at the association’s Summer Business Meeting in Reno, Nevada.

NCBA Backs Food and Energy Security Act
NCBA Backs Food and Energy Security Act

NCBA supports the Food and Energy Security Act introduced by Sen. John Thune, R-SD. The bill would require federal regulators to disclose how proposed rules would impact food and energy prices.

Utah Ranch Honored with National Environmental Stewardship Award
Utah Ranch Honored with National Environmental Stewardship Award

JY Ferry & Son, Inc. in Corinne, Utah, is the 2021 Environmental Stewardship Award Program (ESAP) national winner. The award annually recognizes outstanding stewardship and conservation achievements of cattle producers.

Webinar Symposium to Discuss Small Tick Causing Big Problems for Cattle
Webinar Symposium to Discuss Small Tick Causing Big Problems for Cattle

NCBA and USDA will host a free two-day webinar symposium to address concerns regarding the Asian Longhorned Tick and the pest’s possible impact on the U.S. cattle industry.

NCBA Rejects Harmful Cattle Market Mandate Bills
NCBA Rejects Harmful Cattle Market Mandate Bills

The Cattle Price Transparency Act of 2022 would subject every cattle producer in the country to a business-altering government mandate, says NCBA.

Cattle Industry Fights Controversial SEC Climate Rule
Cattle Industry Fights Controversial SEC Climate Rule

While the proposed rule is aimed at public companies, mandating the disclosure of scope 3 emissions would place a burden on cattle producers who supply beef to public entities.

Cattle Industry Opposition to Government Mandate Amplified Through Senate Hearing
Cattle Industry Opposition to Government Mandate Amplified Through Senate Hearing

Kansas Livestock Association and NCBA member Shawn Tiffany testified in opposition to a government mandate during the Senate Agriculture Hearing on Tuesday.

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PLC and NCBA Oppose Bison Grazing on APR in Montana

The Public Lands Council and NCBA denounced the Bureau of Land Management’s proposed decision on the American Prairie Reserve’s (APR) request to graze bison on seven grazing allotments in Montana.

Cattle Producers Welcome Contract Library Pilot Program
Cattle Producers Welcome Contract Library Pilot Program

The pilot program marks a win for the U.S. cattle industry as it equips producers with the market data they need to make informed business decisions and work to capture more value for producing the highest quality beef.

NCBA Pleased to See Next Steps in Processing Capacity Funding
NCBA Pleased to See Next Steps in Processing Capacity Funding

USDA announced the availability of up to $215 million in grants and resources as part of a continued effort to strengthen the meat and poultry processing sector and create a more resilient food supply chain.

Trailblazers Announces Inaugural Group of Beef Spokespeople
Trailblazers Announces Inaugural Group of Beef Spokespeople

The new Trailblazers program takes advocacy to an unprecedented level by giving participants the tools and training they need to promote beef to new audiences while addressing and correcting myths.

NCBA and PLC Disappointed in Decision to Relist Gray Wolves
NCBA and PLC Disappointed in Decision to Relist Gray Wolves

NCBA and the Public Lands Council (PLC) expressed opposition to the U.S. District Court’s ruling to remand and vacate the gray wolf Endangered Species Act (ESA) delisting announced by the Trump administration in 2020.

Cattle Producers Send WOTUS Letter to EPA
Cattle Producers Send WOTUS Letter to EPA

NCBA submitted a letter to the Environmental Protection Agency on behalf of over 1,600 cattle producers from 44 states calling for a definition of “Waters of the United States” that works for the cattle industry.

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NCBA Names 2022 Beef Quality Assurance Award Winners

The winners of the 2022 Beef Quality Assurance (BQA) Awards, sponsored by Cargill, were announced during the annual Cattle Industry Convention & NCBA Trade Show, held Feb. 1-3, 2022, in Houston.