Beef - General
The packer/feeder margin spread grew this week in favor of the feeder at $285 per head while pork producers found positive margins of $39.77.
A love for cattle and people keep this cattlewoman on the go.
NCBA and PLC call on USFWS to partner with producers on Monarch Butterfly conservation.
Rather than focusing breeding goals on being heavily terminal or primarily maternal, sexed semen allows commercial herds of all sizes to “take both roads.”
Despite scientific evidence beef plays a role in a healthy diet, the committee is advising the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) and U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) that federal nutrition guidelines include a reduction in red meat consumption.
Regardless of the size of operation, producers can learn more about the legal and economics of direct beef sells through a new online course.
Scientists Assess a Tick’s Potential to Spread Disease in Southern U.S.
October beef imports were up 35.2 percent year over year in October with a January – October total up 22.5 percent over last year.
Bill Previously Passed House and Goes to President for Signature
The numbers show year-over-year increases in October for beef and pork exports positioned to set annual value and value records in 2024.
We tapped the expertise of five cattle ranchers to find out what decisions have had the most impact on the success of their businesses.
Packer margin losses grow, with beef packers at a loss of -$91.33 per head and pork packers averaging losses of -$5.87 per head.
Hormel Foods forecast annual sales and profit below estimates on Wednesday, hurt by slowing demand for its snacking and meat products, including its Jennie-O Turkey brand.
Knowing the nutritional needs of cows helps producers cost effectively meet those needs and stay profitable.
Tyson Foods plans to permanently close a beef and pork plant in Emporia, Kan.
One of the questions veterinarians are helping cow-calf producers answer is whether it’s a better decision to raise their own calves or buy them.
A free trade agreement with the U.S. that could fuel momentum for U.S. red meat in a broader region of Africa.
Tariffs could lead to produce shortages as well as price hikes, experts warn Mexico and Canada are top suppliers of U.S. agricultural imports. Tariffs may disrupt cattle and pork trade between U.S., Mexico and Canada.
The antitrust class-action lawsuit alleging America’s largest beef packers conspired to fix cattle prices has been dismissed by a federal judge in Minnesota.
In a USDA study, 7.9% of U. S. cow-calf operations were found to contain one or more Johne’s positive cows.
Legendary Coach K once advised, “Be as tough as your mothers.” This message resonates deeply with those of us who grew up as farm kids, where our mothers proved to be the unsung heroes of our upbringing.
A recent study at Kansas State University highlights some of the benefits.
JBS has signed a memorandum of understanding with Nigeria’s government for a $2.5 billion investment plan in the African country, including the building of six new factories.
The K-State livestock judging team becomes the third animal science and industry team to bring home national championship honors this year.
The beef industry is turning over a new leaf, and producers of all breeds should be excited about the new opportunities on the horizon.
Cattle groups support legislation to expand the use of livestock grazing as a tool to reduce wildfire risk, make grazing permits more responsive to range conditions, and remove regulatory barriers to the maintenance of critical infrastructure.
Anah Higbie to Perform During CattleCon 2025 in San Antonio.
The project, developed by Cooperative Extension livestock specialists and veterinarians, aims to mitigate profit, production and financial risks to cattle producers.
For the past 40 years, we’ve heard an ongoing less meat equals better health. The pragmatic evidence doesn’t support that claim.
K-State placed high team in several categories and had four individual top 10 placers.