…found at the NIFA website. Previously funded projects include a project at Ohio State University to determine the effect of sleep loss on the immunity of dairy cattle. Researchers at…
USDA Trims Red Meat Production Numbers
…will more than offset increased pork and turkey production. The latest World Ag Supply and Demand Estimates Report says broiler production remains unchanged. USDA sees lower cattle slaughter and weights,…
Agri View: Meat Prices Increasing
…to raise the cattle. That could be the next prime increase you see at the supermarket. One economist has already laid it out this way. Basic prices are going up…
USDA Offers Renewal Options for Expiring Conservation Stewardship Contracts
…Improved cattle gains per acre; Increased crop yields; Decreased inputs; Wildlife population improvements; and Better resilience to weather extremes. NRCS recently made several updates to the program to help producers…
NCBA President Has Ambitious Goals for 2018
The National Cattlemen’s Beef Association (NCBA) held their national convention last month where NCBA President, and Monterey County Rancher, Kevin Kester explained some of the most significant issues that the…
UCCE to be a Leader in Climate Change Awareness and Education
…Rangeland Drought Hub. The website includes “Voices from the Drought,” the personal stories of ranchers discussing the agonizing decisions they made during the drought – such as culling cattle, reducing…
2018 USDA Ag Outlook Forum Offers Pre-Forum Field Trips on Farming and Research
…presented by USDA Natural Resource Conservation Service (NRCS) staff and partners. The farm partners with NRCS to use conservation practices as it raises beef cattle, crops, and trees. This field…
U.S. Cattlemen’s Association Wants Beef Defined
The United States Cattlemen’s Association wants the Department of Agriculture to clarify the definition of beef. USCA late last week submitted a petition to USDA’s Food Safety and Inspection Service…
USDA Helps Dairy and Beef Industries Reach More Domestic and Global Markets
…Dairy FARM Program to ensure that farmers demonstrate a commitment to quality farm management practices and safe, wholesome dairy products. AMS also announced it has finalized the Beef Cattle Production…
Cattlemen Applaud Introduction of Strong Bipartisan Bill in U.S. Senate
…agree on is that a responsibly-run cattle ranch isn’t a toxic Superfund site,” said fifth-generation California rancher and NCBA President Kevin Kester. “On behalf of cattle producers across America, I…
Highlights From the February 2018 Farm Income Forecast
…decline since 2014 and the lowest average since 2011, in nominal dollars. A 6.2-percent ($2,100) increase is expected for cattle and calf farm businesses. Average net cash farm income for…
Few Moments Wasted as Thousands Make Memories at Cattle Industry Convention
…floor and outside space. Holding business meetings at the event were the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association, Cattlemen’s Beef Promotion and Research Board, American National CattleWomen, CattleFax and the National Cattlemen’s…
CattleFax Predicts Large Supply and Strong Demand in 2018
CattleFax celebrated its 50th anniversary during the popular CattleFax Outlook Session at the 2018 Cattle Industry Convention and NCBA Trade Show. CattleFax Senior Analyst Kevin Good highlighted the industry’s profitability…
Red Meat Production Sets December Record
…and overseas kept cattle supplies busy. Pork production hit a record high of 2.23 billion pounds in December, up one percent from 2016. Hog slaughter totaled 10.5 million head, down…