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Today’s livestock headlines and expert perspectives serving cattle producers, processors, nutritionists and the greater livestock industry.
Reuters reports that the union representing 45,000 dock workers on the U.S. East and Gulf Coasts and their employers reached a tentative deal on a new six-year contract.
The Emergency Assistance for Livestock, Honeybees and Farm-raised Fish Program (ELAP) covers losses due to specific conditions that occurred in 2024.
The pest can travel on humans, vehicles, pets, livestock and even on some wildlife species — all of which increase the likelihood it could eventually enter our country.
Trump has long expressed interest in purchasing Greenland, a Danish territory, describing it as “absolutely necessary” for U.S. security. He also raised concerns over the Panama Canal, claiming its current operation by Chinese interests undermines American control of a critical trade route.
Tight cattle supplies will remain the primary driver in the new year and weather will have a significant impact on feed and forage availability, and cattle marketing patterns.
Turning manure into gold, sticky-fingered Ray Brewer pulled off a twisted agriculture heist.
With a new presidential administration set to take over leadership this month, USMEF sees opportunities with current and new trade partners.
USDA’s Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) suspended imports of live cattle and bison from Mexico on Nov. 22, 2024, following the detection of New World screwworm (NWS) along Mexico’s southern border.
Comment period is open for the public to review the new draft guidelines for labeling plant-based alternative foods.
Canada is preparing for potential trade challenges following Trump’s threat of a 25% tariff on Canadian imports. The Canadian government is considering a proactive approach, including the possible early release of a retaliatory tariff list.
Cow-calf returns vary significantly across producers due to widely variable costs of production, but strong market signals for cow-calf producers to expand the beef cow herd.
Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.), commits to fast-tracking Trump’s legislative agenda by May, which is perhaps the biggest bill in American history. There will be unprecedented spending cuts to help pay for it all, along with newly proposed tariffs on imported goods.
A new report from Farmers National Company shows what trends are shaping land values as well as what to expect regionally.
The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) announced on Jan. 3 that it will award $306 million to continue its H5N1 Avian Flu response.
The three big pathogens, E. coli, Listeria and Salmonella, have been responsible for those recalls.
The Senate kicked off quietly as the House steals the spotlight to start 2025. Senate Majority Leader John Thune (R-S.D.) plans to pass individual appropriations bills and a farm bill as well as focus on regular order and extended floor debates.
The event will feature topics including “The Competitive Edge: Tech Innovations in Feedlot Management” and “Balance4ward’s Cattle Market Outlook.”
Former Ag Lab Forages looks to supply the Great Plains with accurate beef and dairy nutrition data and insights.
From a possible trade war to brewing discontent within the country, there are five significant trends poised to shape China in the coming year.
A full circle system isn’t for everyone, but it is for ranchers who want to learn from past decisions and get better each year.
Low cow inventories, little evidence of replacement heifer retention and record high prices for cattle during the close of 2024 are all positive signs for commercial cow-calf operations in 2025.
Veterinarian Kirk Ramsey discusses ways to to prepare first-calf heifers to breed back.
There are many differences between individuals in the development of these signs and certainly age is a factor.
Employee performance evaluations are essential for fostering growth, aligning goals, and addressing areas for improvement. What questions will you ask your employees in 2025?
The ASEAN American Epicurean Table program delivers customized training and promotional programs for targeted importers and their customers.
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Will corporations, LLCs, and LPs be required to report Beneficial Ownership Information soon? Here’s the latest developments.
The Corporate Transparency Act filing requirements are back in effect following a court decision that reverses the injunction that previously halted this mandate.
While it may be challenging to take a vacation from the ranch, planning and prioritizing time away can help producers return with a clear mind.
From trade and deregulation to alternative land uses and cash rent prices, ag economists have no shortage of issues on their radar for 2025.