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JBS USA’s Chief Executive Officer Tim Schellpeper is retiring from his role effective May 1. Wesley Batista Filho will assume the role of CEO of JBS USA.
Tyson Foods Inc. will eliminate about 10% of corporate jobs and 15% of senior leadership roles, Chief Executive Donnie King told employees on Wednesday.
As you’re contemplating the future impact of today’s genetic decisions, consider the marketability of both feeder calves and potential replacement heifer progeny.
The company has doubled the warehouse space available for its veterinary pharmaceutical products. The 1,000-plus temperature-controlled pallet spaces are maintained with a state-of-the-art heating and cooling system.
Following the murders of two Wisconsin men, Garland J. Nelson, 28, of Braymer, Mo. has been convicted of a cattle fraud scheme totaling $215,000.
With the youngest demographic in the world, the U.S. Meat Export Federation sees Africa as a promising destination for U.S. red meat exports, but not without a number of supply chain challenges.
JBS USA is ending contracts with a U.S. company fined for hiring kids to clean meat plants, the unit of Brazilian meatpacker JBS SA said on Monday, adding it is bringing the work in-house at some facilities.
The best place to reach consumers is at the meat case - that’s why there are so many labels on products. To be successful, brands must create messages that resonate and matter to its ideal customer.
As exhibitors prepare for show season, it’s important to develop a plan for how to handle livestock emergencies. Having a plan in place prior to the show ensures quick action and timely care should an emergency happen.
In an essential area for U.S. red meat exports, USMEF announces a leadership change in the Asia-Pacific region, as Joel Haggard transitions into a consultant role and Jihae Yang, former Korea director, steps in.
USDA announced $125 million will be available through two new grant programs that will create more options for meat and poultry farmers by investing in independent, local meat and poultry processing projects.
Trumler Ranch of Rockville has been selected as the recipient of the 2023 Nebraska Leopold Conservation Award®.
Kansas typically accounts for 25% of the nation’s winter wheat production, but ongoing drought is weighing on overall crop conditions. Farmers are now facing the possibility of increased abandonment this year.
Scientists confirm meat’s critical role in diet and society and warn that livestock systems are “too precious” to become the victim of simplification and reductionism.
When the guard dogs showed up in Colorado rancher Greg Sykes’ yard he knew there was a problem. Early that morning in mid-March wolves killed Cisco, his daily companion and working cow dog.
USDA sent a letter to the 18 largest meat and poultry processors to request all actors in the food supply chain take steps to prevent or eliminate illegal child labor, which has risen 69% since 2018.
A 2023 economic impact study, which updated a study from 2017, found that livestock auction markets continue to be important for the growth and vitality of rural communities.
The explosion occurred at South Fork dairy, which is located just southeast of Dimmitt. According to Castro County Sheriff Sal Rivera, the explosion occurred around 7:20 p.m. on Monday. The cause is still unknown.
A highly regarded digital media and business information leader with more than 20 years of history delivering data- and technology-driven transformations, Shibles will lead 147-year-old company.
February U.S. pork and beef exports totals and values mixed, according to data released by USDA and compiled by the USMEF, with momentum continuing for pork and beef slightly lower year-over-year.
Researchers investigate the interaction of national beef slaughter and price spread to debunk price spread concerns in the beef industry.
Spring livestock shows are underway with summer junior nationals and fall fairs not far behind. Biosecurity should always be a priority for exhibitors before, during and after the show.
Beef producers are always looking for an efficient steer to feed. Perhaps none was better than a calf raised near Kokomo, Ind.
As we deal with drought stressed pastures, there may be value in being “ahead of the game” in your pasture management plan this year, says Johnson.
Minnesota-based company, Midwest Veterinary Supply (Midwest), has pled guilty to introducing misbranded, prescription drugs into interstate commerce, facing over $10 million in criminal fines and forfeiture.
Creekstone Farms has announced it has broken ground on a 20,000-square foot learning center adjacent to its Arkansas City, Kan., headquarters.
Vytelle, a precision livestock company, has raised $20MM in Series B funding to accelerate genetic progress in cattle.
U.S. pork and beef exports contributed an estimated total economic impact of 15% per bushel to the value of corn and 13% per bushel to soybeans in 2022, study results find, released by USMEF.
K-State Animal Sciences and Industry students earn National title for third consecutive year.
New research helps policymakers understand the role multi-plant coordination plays in the fed cattle market as they consider policies aimed at increasing negotiated trade with the hope of improving price discovery.