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More states are passing legislation regarding lab-grown meat products, whether it be with a ban to sell the products or labeling requirements. Lawmakers acknowledge consumers’ concerns and their right to transparency.

Target will lower prices on at least 5,000 frequently shopped products across its assortment ranging from meat to diapers, as it looks to attract budget-stretched customers.

BEIJING, May 18 (Reuters) - Cases of bird flu have been confirmed among wild fowl in western China, the agriculture ministry said on Saturday, as concerns grow over a U.S. outbreak infecting cattle herds.

Shorter production and processing schedules have produced the desired effect for packers – a rally in wholesale beef markets. Feeders gain more marketing leverage.

Reid Weiland makes investments and sets outcomes for his farmland that pay back with environmental, yield and long-term metrics.

USDA reports 47% of pasture and range conditions are in good to excellent health, compared to just 34% a year ago. Pasture and range conditions rated poor and very poor is down 9% from last year.

Wholesale beef prices staged an impressive rally this week, leading the cash and futures markets higher. Packers’ marketing leverage remains elusive.

Has the rain in parts of the country encouraged producers to start rebuilding the cow herd? How are the markets being affected by both dry and wet conditions right now?

#88 is quite possibly the most popular cow on social media right now, and it’s one post that sparked it all. Clay Scott is using it as an opportunity to educate others about ranching, growing into a global sensation.

Another state, Illinois, now reports it has the tick, which can pose a health risk for humans, cattle, sheep and some other animal species.