Beef - General
Beef-on-dairy has rapidly evolved into a major contributor to the U.S. beef supply, reshaping how dairy and beef sectors work together and positioning itself as a lasting force in the marketplace.
2026 will be a year of beef demand shifting not disappearing.
University of Arkansas’ James Mitchell explains the cost of price risk in 2026 could be no different than last fall.
Rising incomes, population growth and a protein craze are reshaping demand for meat and dairy worldwide.
Putting off letting go of the wrong employee often makes problems harder to fix later.
From a Nebraska cattle farm to Nashville stages, Scott Wolverton’s journey is shaped by agriculture, family and a father’s cattle call — a reminder that home is always there.
University of Kentucky’s Kenny Burdine shares strategies small operations should consider to improve their profitability.
In partnership with the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation, the goal of McDonald’s largest-ever investment in regenerative agriculture is to help cattle producers accelerate regenerative grazing practices.
The proclamation authorizes an 80,000 metric ton increase in in-quota lean beef trimmings imports in 2026. Economists say retail beef prices are unlikely to drop without impacting producers.
Five beef producers share their highlights from Nashville.
Pattern recognition with artificial intelligence is helping cattle operations notice changes in cattle health, management and economics earlier.
The late industry icon was celebrated for his decades of service during the 2026 Cattle Feeders Hall of Fame Banquet in Nashville.
Five beef producers share highlights from Nashville.
Tax relief, pro‑beef dietary guidelines, fake‑meat labeling, trade turmoil and new disease risks topped the discussion during the beef industry D.C. update.
As America’s beef cow herd hits a 75-year low, dairy farmers are stepping in with beef-on-dairy calves to help fill feedlots and keep the beef supply moving.
University of Missouri’s Carson Roberts explains 5 reasons why rotational grazing fails and 5 ways to make it work.
Five beef producers reveal the sessions, technology and trends they are tracking this week in Nashville.
While having a job outside of the farm brings dependable income and often insurance, the heavy load of working to help keep the farm afloat - while not being fully involved in daily operations - can take a toll on the off-the-farm spouse.
University of Kentucky’s Burdine says low domestic cattle inventory, combined with the ban on live cattle imports from Mexico, continue to keep cattle supplies tight.
The expansion of support in the program provides more than $70,000 in valued assistance for cow-calf producers.
Brad Kooima discusses the drivers behind current cattle market volatility and how supply shortages are shaping packer strategies.
Driving innovation to combat NWS and prevent its northward spread.
This former Bloomberg executive returned to her family’s Texas ranch to build a thriving, community-rooted business that prioritizes local economic value and authentic storytelling over global scale.
New state-of-the-art facilities welcome 2026 NWSS exhibitors and spectators.
Protein is back on top. Ground beef might be the quiet winner, with imports doing the heavy lifting.
National Agricultural Law Center summarizes key issues from 2025.
USDA Undersecretary Luke Lindberg says the big takeaway is establishing a level playing field for U.S. producers and building opportunities from there.
Kansas State University graduate student discusses how producers can use a failed wheat crop in their cattle rations.
There has been meaningful change across every sector of the U.S. beef industry, and while change offers opportunity, it can also increase risk.
Oklahoma State’s Peel says increased beef imports are the expected market response to declining U.S. beef production, especially decreased production of nonfed processing beef.