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Beef Checkoff catalyst for quality revolution from “then” to “now” 9:48 AM (9 hours ago)

Success wouldn’t have happened without the Beef Checkoff – it was the catalyst for changing the quality equation.

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Angus joins global initiative to improve livestock efficiency 9:36 AM (10 hours ago)

Angus Genetics Inc. to lead North American data collection for $4.85 million research grant from the Bezos Earth Fund and Global Methane Hub.

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Western Ranch Management Academy 9:25 AM (10 hours ago)

Utah State University Extension joined Intermountain Farmers Association (IFA) to establish an ongoing ranch management seminar series focused on the Intermountain West. The series will provide high-quality educational opportunities for ranchers and allied industry professionals.

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Can Trump solve the farm labor crisis before harvest? 8:14 AM (11 hours ago)

Ag Secretary Brooke Rollins said easing restrictions for noncitizen farmworkers is a top priority, as labor shortages continue to strain farmers across the U.S. Changes to the H-2A visa program and new legal pathways could offer relief soon.

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Livestock producers concerned about diseases, uncertain about level of threat 4:48 AM (14 hours ago)

Nearly all Iowa swine producers concerned about PRRS and swine influenza; 81% of poultry producers were at least somewhat concerned with avian influenza.

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Nebraska U joins global initiative to reduce methane from livestock 14 Apr 5:58 AM (yesterday, 5:58 am)

The University of Nebraska–Lincoln is joining a new $27.4 million global initiative to reduce methane emissions from livestock by harnessing natural variation in how animals digest food.

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The steer-heifer price difference: Implications for herd expansion 14 Apr 5:18 AM (yesterday, 5:18 am)

The price difference between steers and heifers is a key market signal for cattle producers. In 2024, this gap widened significantly, raising questions about herd expansion and future market trends.

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Beef trade now vs. then: Thank the Checkoff 13 Apr 2:25 PM (2 days ago)

The beef industry is far more competitive “now” versus “then”.

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FFA Chapter Tribute: Mary Schrieber 12 Apr 2:50 AM (3 days ago)

Mike Pearson talks with Mary Schrieber about how she got involved in FFA with no ag experience and how she has developed a love for the organization.

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Weather update: What’s ahead as planting gets underway this spring 11 Apr 12:32 PM (4 days ago)

Live Stream Wednesday, April 16 at 1 PM CT - Meteorologist Greg Soulje joins us for a long-term weather forecast.

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March/April 2025 edition of BEEF available 11 Apr 11:27 AM (4 days ago)

Summer showdown, importance of vitamin A and mineral supplementation for cattle health, dangerous tick-borne pathogens, bull selection and more covered in this edition.

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Rancher and tech entrepreneur testifies at House digital assets hearing 11 Apr 10:43 AM (4 days ago)

Mark Tague of CattleProof highlighted how blockchain technology can enhance transparency, efficiency and financial inclusion for beef producers.

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UK extends personal meat import ban to all EU countries amid FMD concerns 11 Apr 10:23 AM (4 days ago)

Last week a sixth case of foot-and-mouth disease was confirmed in Slovakia.

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Not every cattle marketer is the same 11 Apr 8:54 AM (4 days ago)

Cattle marketers with skills know that a down market isn’t necessarily bad news for the operation.

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Minnesota farmers unite to intervene in activist litigation against two state agencies 11 Apr 4:18 AM (4 days ago)

State agencies report that 99% of Minnesota farmland has now reached compliance with the buffer water protection law.

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Farm Progress America, April 11, 2025 11 Apr 1:00 AM (4 days ago)

Mike Pearson takes a look at how inflation is impacting meat sales. He breaks down the numbers behind the Meat Monitor conducted by Kansas State University.

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Corporate Transparency Act enforcement suspended again 10 Apr 7:06 PM (5 days ago)

U.S. companies currently not required to file beneficial owner information while Treasury Department seeks comments on interim final rule.

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Adjusting the calving window 10 Apr 2:11 PM (5 days ago)

K-State beef cattle scientist explains shortening the calving window for beef cattle herds.

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USDA awards $15.3M for projects to protect animal health 10 Apr 11:31 AM (5 days ago)

NADPRP funding 68 projects that increase ability to rapidly respond to and control animal disease outbreaks.

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U.S. consumers continue to express frustration with inflation, high grocery prices 10 Apr 2:00 AM (5 days ago)

Around 30% say they sought out more sales and discounts over the past year.

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AgBoost secures $500K investment to drive livestock data innovation 9 Apr 7:08 PM (6 days ago)

New investment and licensing deal will accelerate mission to help ranchers optimize use of genomic data for breeding, health, market value and nutrition management.

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How much free-choice mineral will nursing calves eat? 9 Apr 12:22 PM (6 days ago)

Accounting for calf mineral intake can help ensure your cow herd is properly supplemented and set calves up for optimal health and performance.

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Senators introduce Meat and Poultry Special Investigator Act 9 Apr 9:31 AM (6 days ago)

Just four companies control 85% of the beef market and 67% of the pork market.

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Bezos Earth Fund and Global Methane Hub launch initiative to breed low-methane livestock 9 Apr 5:20 AM (6 days ago)

New $27.4 million global effort across four continents aims to cut livestock emissions through natural, science-backed breeding methods.

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Farm Progress America, April 9, 2025 9 Apr 1:00 AM (6 days ago)

Mike Pearson takes a look at how management changes are being made on farms during planting time as the result of dicamba being removed from the tool box.

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Tips for managing cow-calf pairs through drought 8 Apr 11:39 AM (7 days ago)

Culling less productive cows, stretching pasture, feeding in confinement and early weaning are options to consider when making a drought mitigation plan.

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Study reveals how production practices influence nutrient density of beef 8 Apr 8:39 AM (7 days ago)

Collaborators find beef's nutritional composition is highly variable due to differences in feed and pasture quality, genetics and management systems.

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Global beef outlook shaped by price disparities and trade uncertainty 8 Apr 8:01 AM (7 days ago)

RaboResearch reports South America’s presence in global beef markets is growing.

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Key Brazil Port bustles as China poised to shift away From U.S. 8 Apr 7:55 AM (7 days ago)

Brazil is China’s largest trading partner and vies with the U.S. for supremacy in global agricultural export markets.

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Cattle markets react to China’s retaliatory tariffs 8 Apr 6:18 AM (7 days ago)

Big question is how much more consumers are willing to pay for beef if tariffs affect imports and prices.

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Improving productivity key to reducing antibiotic use in livestock 7 Apr 3:30 PM (8 days ago)

FAO-led study finds global livestock antibiotic use could rise 30% by 2040, but it could be reduced 57% if livestock productivity is optimized.

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NCBA lauds introduction of Black Vulture Relief Act in House 7 Apr 11:43 AM (8 days ago)

Bill would allow cattle producers to take black vultures that pose a risk to livestock.

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Congress wants more power over tariff decisions 7 Apr 10:40 AM (8 days ago)

Trade Review Act gives President 48 hours to explain reasoning and impacts of new tariffs, which will expire after 60 days unless Congress approves them.

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Bunch the cow herd 7 Apr 7:09 AM (8 days ago)

The ground hog has not been a great forecaster of springs arrived in South Dakota the past couple years. April blizzards have caused problems for cattlemen calving. These problems may have carried over into the breeding season.

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Mizzou institute releases baseline food and agricultural outlook report 7 Apr 7:00 AM (8 days ago)

The University of Missouri’s Food and Agricultural Policy Research Institute baseline report indicates complex picture of farm finance in 2025.

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Bangs vaccine and talking to your veterinarian 7 Apr 6:51 AM (8 days ago)

Cattlemen urged to plan for brucellosis vaccination amid vaccine shortages for replacement heifers.

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Managing cattle finishing at heavier weights 7 Apr 6:26 AM (8 days ago)

As the U.S. beef industry faces a shortage of feeder cattle and increasing carcass weights, feedlot owners must carefully manage the risks associated with finishing cattle to heavier weight.

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Beyond beef lips 7 Apr 5:58 AM (8 days ago)

Global trade uncertainty weighs heavy over U.S. agriculture, including a “hopeful” beef sector.

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U.S. pork, beef exports lost momentum in February as uncertainty looms in China 5 Apr 4:44 AM (10 days ago)

China announced additional retaliatory duties of 34%, to take effect April 10, creating further obstacles.

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Texas flood damage: how farmers can document losses, claim assistance 4 Apr 12:18 PM (11 days ago)

AgriLife Extension offers flood damage, disaster information for livestock and infrastructure insurance claims.

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UTMB and veterinarians from Mexico identify potential new viral pathogen in cattle 4 Apr 12:06 PM (11 days ago)

New UTMB research collaboration with veterinarians in Mexico leads to the detection of a likely newly recognized viral pathogen in cattle.

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Basketball vs. Cattle marketing 4 Apr 8:02 AM (11 days ago)

There are some similarities between basketball and cattle marketing. Play the game with the skills you have developed and then do the same as you market cattle.

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Will U.S. consumers hit their breaking point on meat prices this year? 4 Apr 3:55 AM (11 days ago)

Macroeconomic uncertainty in Q2 could erode consumer financial sentiment, cause domestic meat demand to falter.

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Farm Progress America, April 4, 2025 4 Apr 1:00 AM (11 days ago)

Mike Pearson takes a look at production challenges in both oranges and eggs. Plus, how will it impact our most important meal of the day.

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2025 BIF Research Symposium and Convention registration open 3 Apr 12:49 PM (12 days ago)

The event will be hosted June 10-13 in Amarillo, Texas.

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USDA offers disaster aid to Texas farmers affected by wildfires 3 Apr 12:41 PM (12 days ago)

The U.S. Department of Agriculture offers both technical and financial support to help farmers and livestock producers recover from these severe weather events.

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NCBA statement on White House reciprocal tariff announcement 3 Apr 12:34 PM (12 days ago)

The Senior Vice President of Government Affairs for the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association released a statement following President Donald J. Trump’s announcement on reciprocal tariffs at the White House.

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Hungary, Slovakia on high alert with more FMD cases 3 Apr 9:20 AM (12 days ago)

Slovakia’s fifth foot-and-mouth case is not far from Austrian and Czech borders, farm has a connection with one of the outbreaks in Hungary.

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Farm Progress America, April 3, 2025 3 Apr 1:00 AM (12 days ago)

Mike Pearson takes a look at the most recent cold storage report which shows big declines and this could mean higher prices as grilling season nears.

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USDA announces agricultural trade promotion programs for 2025 2 Apr 1:58 PM (13 days ago)

The application deadline for the four programs is June 6, 2025.

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