The U.S. Cattlemen’s Association last week requested an update on the status of trade negotiations with China about the export of U.S. beef.
Agri View: How Was Your Meat Raised
Everett Griner talks about the differences in where or how your meat is raised in today’s Agri View.
U.S. Hogs and Pigs Inventory Up 4 Percent
As of December 1, there were 71.5 million hogs and pigs on U.S. farms, up 4 percent from December 2015, and up slightly from September 1, 2016, according to the …
Cattlemen’s Beef Promotion and Research Board Appointments Named
Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack announced the appointment of 39 members to the Cattlemen’s Beef Promotion and Research Board. All 39 appointees will serve 3-year terms. Newly appointed members representing cattle …
Santa’s Reindeer Cleared for Entry Into California
California State Veterinarian Dr. Annette Jones has granted a 24-hour permit clearing all brand inspection and health requirements for nine reindeer scheduled to visit California on the evening of December …
Agri View: Favorite Cut of Beef
Everett Griner talks about what the favorite cut of beef served in today’s Agri View.
NCBA Applauds USTR for Defending U.S. Beef from European Mistreatment
The Office of the United States Trade Representative announced it will start the process of reinstating retaliatory tariffs on goods and products from the European Union due to the E.U.’s …
Avian Influenza Problems Continue in Asia and UK
A Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza outbreak is taking a toll on wild and domestic poultry flocks in Asia while another outbreak is just beginning in the United Kingdom. The outbreak …
Public Comment Period on GIPSA is Open
The comment period on proposed Grain Inspection, Packers, and Stockyards Administration rules is now open and runs for 60 days. The aim of the proposed rules is to protect poultry …
Panera Makes Animal Welfare Pledge for Broilers
Panera announced it will be adopting practices outlined in the Global Animal Partnership’s Broiler Chicken Standard. A CNBC Dot Com article says the non-profit organization created a five-step program it …
Canada Releases Six Ranches Under Quarantine for Bovine TB
The Canadian Food Inspection Agency last week released six ranches, or premises, from a federal quarantine after a micro-outbreak of bovine tuberculosis was reported in September.
Agri View: Chicken Consumption
Everett Griner talks about science studying chicken consumption choices in today’s Agri View.
Lower Beef Prices Good for Consumers
As consumers shop at the meat case this holiday season and into the new year, they will see lower retail prices on beef, including popular holiday cuts like the tenderloin …
Canada Approves Funds for Ranchers Affected by Bovine TB
Ranchers in Alberta and Saskatchewan, Canada can now apply to access financial assistance to cope with an outbreak of bovine tuberculosis. The outbreak is forcing the slaughter of an estimated …