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International trade is an essential part of the U.S. beef industry. It’s also the topic that seemingly generates more interest among producers than any other major issue within the business.

If we, who believe animal-derived proteins are good for people, do not share animal agriculture’s story, those who wish to diminish or eliminate animal agriculture from the food system will lead the conversation.

The Beef Improvement Federation (BIF) presented Rezac Land & Livestock the BIF Commercial Producer of the Year Award June 2 during the group’s annual research symposium in Las Cruces, New Mexico.

As we move into June, cattle markets are transitioning into summer mode, reflecting seasonality and a myriad of other factors which are currently impacting markets.

Declining carcass weights and the search for higher-grading cattle may lead to a market rebound sooner than expected.

Diesel prices hit $5.58 a gallon on Friday, smashing another record. With NOAA predicting an above-normal hurricane season, it could introduce more trouble for already short diesel supplies.

According to the Office of the USTR, the safeguard will allow U.S. exporters to meet Japan’s growing demand for high-quality beef while minimizing the odds that Japan will increase tariffs.

With the Cattle Price Discovery and Transparency Act top of mind for many cattle producers, director of government relations at the Iowa Cattlemen’s Association, Cora Fox, shares her thoughts on the bill.

Less than 50% of the continental U.S. is in moderate drought for the first time since November, but with another drought record still running strong, forecasts show drought could grow over the summer months.