Latest News From Industry

The U.S. Meat Export Federation (USMEF) Strategic Planning Conference is underway, addressing the industry's obstacles related to the sluggish global economy, weakening currencies and drought effected producers.

The California State Water Resources Control Board says a group of ranchers illegally pumped water from the Shasta River in Siskiyou County.

The Global Roundtable for Sustainable Beef will attend COP27 to put the industry’s sustainability priorities on the global stage. Attendees will hear how GRSB is working to coordinate efforts to reduce emissions.

Crawford Livestock Market, Crawford, Nebraska, was recognized for its significant role in supporting Red Angus producers through tactical marketing and strategic partnerships.

The American Angus Association® concluded its fiscal year with more than 300,000 registrations for the eight consecutive year. AAA counts 22,488 regular and junior memberships combined.

Tyson Foods’ recently appointed Chief Financial Officer, John R. Tyson, 32, was arrested early Sunday morning as he was found intoxicated and asleep in someone else’s home.

Bill Goehring, Libertyville, IA, was named the new president of the American Hereford Association during the group's annual meeting in Kansas City, Mo. Wyatt Agar, Thermopolis, WY., was named vice president.

Beef exports have made a strong showing in 2022, but September data shows the second decrease in volume over the past 30 months.

The $7.2 million facility located at the University of Nebraska’s (UNL) Eastern Nebraska Research, Extension and Education Center near Mead, Neb. has officially broken ground.

After two recent articles from New York Times and Unearthed criticize Dr. Frank Mitloehner and his team at UC Davis, the "GHGGuru" joins Agritalk to share the facts and his perspective on the media's antics.

Beef producers mitigate future risk and reach goals at a faster rate with Genomic Enhanced-EPDs.

A recent policy decision, aiming to reduce the price of basic goods in Mexico, is two-fold. USMEF’s Erin Borror explains the potential impacts of the agreement.

Strong demand for Wagyu beef fuels sustained growth. Membership is up 24 percent the past year with Wagyu registrations up 23 percent.

Freight costs are likely to remain elevated through the winter, despite the recent decline in crude oil prices.

Here's a look at five meat-buying approaches and the corresponding motivations behind these purchases. Dr. Anna Dilger shares a few insights about reaching consumers in these categories.

The Cherokee Nation in Tahlequah, Okla. has officially opened the doors on its nearly $8.5 million USDA- and state-certified meat processing plant.

More than $500,000 in premiums and scholarships will be awarded to exhibitors and youth in agriculture.

Three Florida men have been arrested for stealing semi-loads of frozen beef and pork from packing plants across the Midwest since June 2021.

USMEF to honor former head of the USTR and co-founder of “Where Food Comes From” for contributions to the U.S. red meat industry.

Producer-focused changes in carbon ecosystem services could unlock vast potential to sequester carbon in the heartland.

Veterinarians should be prepared to safely and effectively continue providing services to their clients and maintain clinic business continuity in the face of an FAD outbreak.

Nikki Fried, Florida commissioner of ag, says the preliminary assessment is a "first step" in trying to get federal disaster aid for affected producers.

Scientists at the USDA Agricultural Research Service and University of Nebraska-Lincoln have identified to different variants of the bacterium known to cause pinkeye in cattle.

News is circulating that it may be the last time McDonald's has the McRib on its menu. While a farewell tour may be underway, the University of Nebraska's Meat Sciences Department created the technology behind the McRib.

With ranchers continuing to produce high-quality beef at notable marks and consumer demand staying strong, Certified Angus Beef closed its books on the second-highest sales year of record. 

Application of the Weather Related Sales of Livestock Rules provided by the Internal Revenue Service.

The Wasserburger family in Lusk, Wyoming, thrives on keen competition, building beef quality into a maternally-driven herd.

London-based Hoxton Farms said on Thursday it had raised $22 million from investors to build a pilot plant to produce animal fat from stem cells, aiming to tap into the growing market for less carbon-intensive foods.

U.S. red meat suppliers met face-to-face with buyers from the Philippines and Vietnam, adding a personal connection between USMEF members and exporters with importers and processors.

At the conclusion of our fiscal year it’s exciting to report the rebuilding of CAB product sales following two challenging supply years.

Brazilian meatpackers continue to procure cattle from inside the country’s protected areas more than a decade after zero-deforestation cattle agreements were signed to reform the sector.

Finding ways to make ranch life easier, “Malcolm’s Ranch Hacks” shares unique and useful tools and equipment on social media as quality rancher entertainment.

Wagyu beef’s unique flavor profile and exceptional marbling are providing consumers with a popular and tasty dining experience.

Popularity and acceptance of case-ready products continues to rise with retailers while boneless products show slight decline, according to National Retail Meat Case Study.

Registration is open for the 2022 U.S. CattleTrace Symposium, to be held November 17 and 18 at the at the American Royal Center in Kansas City, MO.

In recent years, Mexican beef production has continued to grow while total domestic consumption has been relatively stable leading to growing beef exports from the country.

How can we create a sustainable future for animal agriculture? By building it together, says AAA. The 2023 Stakeholders Summit theme has been set, and speaker proposals and applications are open.

Beef steak has historically been a popular cut among beef consumers, both at retail and foodservice. Here's a look at a recent study, monitoring beef steak’s performance within five primary demand drivers.

While animal rights proponents make up a small percentage of our population, they are loud, aggressive and can mislead consumers about the animal agriculture community.

The leader of one of America’s largest food and agriculture companies said the country’s farmers should be celebrated for their crucial role in providing food security, even if their work is sometimes overlooked.

Preparing a succession plan can be an intimidating, lengthy and complex process. Here are some important factors to consider when building your succession strategy.

August beef exports were slightly above last year’s large volume and topped $1 billion in value for the seventh time in eight months this year.

Nebraska Beef Ltd. pleads guilty to allegations of misrepresented beef grading records in a company-wide scheme.

Sustainable Beef LLC, the rancher-driven beef processing facility proposed for North Platte, Neb., is one step closer to reality after an official ground-breaking ceremony.

Bringing up a young horse requires consideration of many factors, most especially making good choices to support their health and nutrition.

The biggest U.S. meat company by sales said on Wednesday it will relocate all corporate employees from offices in Chicago and Downers Grove, Ill. and Dakota Dunes, S.D., to its headquarters in Springdale, Ark.

The biggest U.S. meat company by sales said on Wednesday it will relocate all corporate employees from offices in Chicago and Downers Grove, Ill. and Dakota Dunes, S.D., to its headquarters in Springdale, Ark.

NIAA invited animal agriculture leaders from across the country engage with CDC professionals at their home office in Atlanta, Georgia.

Beth Ford, CEO of Land O’Lakes, Inc. and a staunch advocate for connecting consumers to the people who grow their food, is featured at the Henry C. Gardiner Global Food Systems Lecture at Kansas State on Oct. 11.

Merck Animal Health announces the opening of a manufacturing facility in Louisiana to establish printing, production and distribution of Allflex Livestock Intelligence ear tags.