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Improved market access and rising incomes have helped fuel tremendous growth in red meat consumption in Korea. In the last 30 years, the U.S. has succeeded in positioning itself as a major supplier of protein to Korea.
Climate neutrality for beef cattle production is likely possible and technically feasible but, it requires new innovations, Elanco Chief Sustainability Officer Sara Place told attendees at the CattleTrace Symposium.
Russia will resume beef and pork imports from 12 subsidiaries of Brazilian producers from Nov. 25, its agriculture safety watchdog said.
USDA Secretary of Agriculture Tom Vilsack announced on Monday the investment of $32 million in grants awarded to 167 meat and poultry slaughter and processing facilities to support expanded capacity and efficiency.
The week before a holiday is not usually ideal for pushing the market higher, but last week proved to be just the right combination to support a rally.
Attendees at the annual CattleTrace symposium saw a glimpse of how technology can improve animal health, management and welfare while offering ways to increase revenue.
Cattle prices are higher now compared to last year and are expected to continue improving in 2022. Live and Feeder futures have priced in considerable optimism for 2022.
Cattle Feeders Hall of Fame winners have been announced, with inductees and award winners honored during the 13th annual banquet prior to the 2022 Cattle Industry Convention and NCBA trade show in Houston in February.
Animal disease traceability (ADT), as defined by the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA), is knowing where diseased and at-risk animals are, where they’ve been, and when.
Federal agents foiled plans for 47 roosters and hens that tried to cross the U.S. border at the Laredo Port of Entry on Nov. 12.
Plant-based burgers often promise protein comparable to their animal-based counterparts, but the way protein is expressed on current nutrition labels – a single generic value expressed in grams – can be misleading.
Market leverage continues to move toward the cattle feeder as prices rose for the third consecutive week. Cattle on feed numbers were slightly lower while placements and marketings were near industry estimates.
Montana Senator Jon Tester introduced a bill that would halt imports of beef from Brazil after repeated issues with delayed reporting of BSE. The bill has support from U.S. cattle organizations.
Setting stocking rates on wheat pasture in the fall and winter has large impacts on performance of growing calves and can have large influences on productivity of pastures during the spring.
The National Cattlemen’s Beef Association has criticized the repeal of the Navigable Waters Protection Rule, which provided regulatory certainty to farmers and ranchers and limited federal overreach.
Supply-chain disruptions are hitting America’s meat producers and sending them scrambling for alternatives as they seek to care for farm animals and keep down costs.
Animal protein prices will remain firm in 2022, says Rabobank, but significant challenges will remain and markets will be driven by the transition to more sustainable animal protein, biosecurity challenges and COVID.
Texas cattle producers seek clarity and consistency over who has jurisdiction to decide disputes regarding ownership of water rights, the court system or the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality.
Oetting Homestead Farms of Concordia, Missouri, located in Lafayette County, has been selected as the recipient of the 2021 Missouri Leopold Conservation Award®.
The Seminole Tribe of Florida, Inc., announced the sale of its interests in Salacoa Valley Farms of Fairmount, Georgia, one of the nation’s largest cattle operations.
Jeff DeGraff, professor and advisor to Fortune 500 companies, delivered the keynote address at the American Angus convention, driving the message of welcoming and accepting unfamiliar concepts.
Antimicrobial resistance is a “One Health” challenge that requires effort across both human and animal health sectors. Animal health companies have invested billions as part of a strategy to reduce antibiotic use.
Members of the United Auto Workers Union (UAW) approved a new six-year deal on Wednesday with a 61% vote. The new agreement includes a signing bonus, wage increases, as well as enhanced retirement options.
Genetics solutions exist to achieve superior feed efficiency and superior carcass quality. Both are relevant to profitability in cattle production.
The Beef Grand Challenge Project was launched to ascertain the interaction of genetic and environmental effects, improve production efficiency and evaluate nutritional benefits of beef raised in different environments.
Missouri Cattlemen’s Association welcomes American Foods Group’s plans to build a new, 2,400-head per day beef processing facility in the Show-Me state.
Brad Sand, a rancher from Ellendale in Dickey County, is the recipient of the 2021 North Dakota Leopold Conservation Award®.
Many water well pumping systems are constructed above ground or above the frost line. For these systems, it’s important to take steps to keep your well safe and operating through the winter.
Warren County, Missouri, has been selected by American Foods Group (AFG) as the planned location for a new state-of-the-art beef processing facility, pending final approval.
High-level talks between the U.S. and China yielded no major outcome Monday night. From human rights issues to crypto mining, leaders talked about a number of issues. Trade was mentioned but was not a priority topic.