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Joint statement unites cattlemen across North America to promote efficient cattle production and encourage governments to provide science-based oversight of beef imports.
APHIS bolsters animal health protections with more than $22 million in farm bill funding for research projects and vaccine bank.
Managing a farm is no easy job. Managing people – in some cases – is even more stressful.
During a discussion on AgriTalk, the Senator said he supports free trade and believes that tariffs can create more problems instead of solutions. He also was less than enthusiastic about the GREET Model.
New hires at Pharmgate and FeedworksUSA position companies for growth. dsm-firmenich shares its recent findings in mycotoxin survey.
Mike and Mary Terry, owners of the MT7 Ranch located near Breckenridge, will be presented with the state’s highest honor for private land conservation at the Lone Star Steward Awards banquet later this month.
Blioux River Ranch, Barry and Eli Little of Castlewood have been selected as the recipient of the 2024 South Dakota Leopold Conservation Award®.
Shares of Brazil’s JBS SA rose 7% in early morning trading on Wednesday after the world’s largest meatpacker reported strong first-quarter results in spite of headwinds faced by its large U.S. beef business.
(Adds details from earnings statement) SAO PAULO, May 14 (Reuters) - Brazil’s JBS SA , the world’s largest meat-packer, on Tuesday reported a net profit of 1.64 billion reais ($319.74 million) for the first quarter,
Tyler and Angela McCann ranch near Riverton, Wyoming, launched a beef tasting event now known as the Rendezvous City Beef Roundup which now includes celebrity judges and an open competition.
Carcass marbling has benefitted from extra days on feed and heavier carcass weights resulting from current market conditions. Thus, the beef from fed cattle is historically quality-rich for this time of the year.
The cattle markets breathed a sigh of relief after USDA announced negative test results for H5N1 in ground beef. And a former USDA Under Secretary for Food Safety says is unlikely to be found in beef in the future.
How do genetics play a role in the sustainability of a cowherd? Jason Warner, K-State Cow-Calf Specialist, visits with a professor and Ph.D. student in K-State Animal Breeding and Genetics to find out.
Livestock feeders find solid profits as the summer grilling season begins. Beef and pork packers continue to struggle with negative margins.
Machinery Pete selected a pair of used tractors as his Pete’s Pick of the Week on AgriTalk Radio. He also discussed the over supply of late model, high horsepower tractors pushing prices down on dealer lots.
When considering which practices to implement to mitigate disease, risk assessments in coordination with a veterinarian should take place, and recognition of the need for biodiversity on the operation must be considered.
A new private brand from Walmart has launched to provide a unique experience at still affordable prices.
Genetic progress by breeds and seedstock breeders has helped improve our odds of making improvements in multiple traits by raising the average in specific traits.
Higher asking prices meet resistance and feeders find security in cash/futures basis strength. A similar standoff pattern shapes up for this week.
As replacement heifer inventory increases the percentage of heifers in the fed slaughter mix declines. That decline in the recent cycle was especially sharp, dropping below 34% for three years.
Cattle feeders maintain a strong bargaining position despite a softer futures market. Feeder cattle and calves trade mostly lower.
The following are key steps to guide producers who want to establish a new stand of native grass for grazing livestock.
State officials in Tennessee cannot conduct warrantless searches of private property, a court ruled May 9.
The Beef Improvement Federation (BIF) has announced finalists for its Seedstock and Commercial Producer awards, both sponsored by Drovers.
A report prepared by the Texas A&M Department of Agricultural Economics provides insights on the future price of beef, pork and chicken cuts traditionally used for grilling.
Leaders of the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association and Cattle Australia signed a joint statement to further the two organizations’ partnership on issues related to cattle health, lab-grown proteins, and sustainability.
May began on a positive note for livestock feeders as cash prices notched modest gains and slightly improved margins. Packers remain awash in red ink.
The American Angus Association®; National Beef Packing Co., LLC; IMI Global; and U.S. Premium Beef, LLC announces new grid premiums to take effect in August and December, based on genetic merit data.
Lawmakers sent a letter to Ag Secretary Tom Vilsack, urging him to reverse the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) decision to cancel or discontinue several National Agricultural Statistics Service reports.
What if you could raise cattle and be profitable more than once every ten years? Doug Ferguson is changing the narrative and mindsets of cattlemen and women around the country.