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Former USDA Chief Economist Joe Glauber argues the administration’s new LRP-BRAND endorsement will drive beef prices higher, invite subsidy harvesting and stretch crop insurance beyond its core purpose.

In the debut episode of “I’m a Drover” podcast series, economist Josh Maples tackles the numbers, risks and economic crossroads facing cow-calf producers today.

Dozens of ag champions and producers will leave Washington following the midterm elections. History suggests their firsthand experience won’t be easily replaced — leaving rural America’s voice hanging in the balance.

Simplot Livestock’s integrated breeding program shows how commercial producers can use focused goals, crossbreeding and performance feedback to improve profitability.

Co-founders Larry Benyshek and John Hough to remain as long-term advisers as new ownership prepares technological upgrades, expanded integrations, and AI capabilities.

Joe Kooima of Kooima Kooima Varilek cattle futures have done a lot of heavy lifting the last three to four weeks with the stubborn cash market.

University of Missouri researchers are studying how virtual fencing can improve grazing efficiency, reduce labor and help farmers turn cover crops and row-crop acres into additional opportunities for cattle production.

Fresh off an April special election, Republican Rep. Clay Fuller and Democratic cattleman Shawn Harris square off again.

From restoring 10,000 feet of riverbanks to transitioning leadership to her five children, Linda Bentz exemplifies stewardship across Oregon’s rangelands.

From analyzing cattle muzzles to recognizing eye changes, artificial intelligence is showing promise as a tool for detecting and monitoring infectious bovine keratoconjunctivitis.