alabama

Alabama Cattlemen’s Association Hosts Successful Youth Fall Field Days

Dale Sandlin Alabama Cattlemen’s Association (ACA), Cattle, Industry

The Alabama Cattlemen’s Association recently wrapped up its highly anticipated North and South Youth Fall Field Days, drawing in a record number of young participants eager to deepen their knowledge of beef cattle evaluation and agricultural education. We spoke with Bailey Watson from the Alabama Cattlemen’s Association, who shared the highlights from both events. “So we had our North and …

Cattle Con

NCBA CattleCon Heading to Downtown Nashville

Dan Agri-Business, Cattle, Events, National Cattlemen’s Beef Association (NCBA)

NCBA’s Cattle Con 2026 Heads to Downtown Nashville The National Cattlemen’s Beef Association (NCBA) is shaking things up for Cattle Con 2026, bringing the premier beef industry convention to downtown Nashville for the very first time. Traditionally held at the Gaylord Opryland Resort, this year’s event promises a fresh experience for attendees. We caught up with Buck Wehrbein, NCBA President, …

rate cut

Rate Cut Expected With Potentially More Coming

Dan Agri-Business, Cattle, Economy, Livestock, Marketing, Pork

Wall Street Surges on Rate Cut Expectations as Nasdaq, S&P 500 Hit Record Highs Wall Street is buzzing with what one analyst called “rate cut fever.” All three major stock indexes soared to record highs last week, as markets continue to price in upcoming action from the Federal Reserve. “All three major stock indexes hit new record highs last week. …

Butter prices

Butter Price Continues to Drop

Dan Dairy, Marketing

Butter Prices Drop to 4-Year Low Ahead of Holiday Season Butter prices have fallen to their lowest level since November 2021, closing at $1.96 1/2 per pound on Wednesday. This unexpected dip comes just as the market typically gears up for increased seasonal demand. According to Ever.Ag dairy analyst Katie Burgess, the decline defies seasonal patterns and raises major questions: …

weekly livestock market

Livestock Market Reports for Week Ended 09-12-2025

Dan Alabama, Beef, Cattle, Florida, Georgia

Here are the weekly livestock market reports for Alabama, Florida, and Georgia for the week ended September 12, 2025, compiled by the Livestock Market News Service for all three states. AL Livestock Market Report: At the Alabama Livestock Auctions for the week ending September 12th, receipts at the 16 markets totaled 12,623 head compared to 11,997 sold a week prior …

exports

USMEF Reviews July 2025 Pork and Beef Export Trends: Strong Latin America Demand, China Remains a Challenge

Dale Sandlin Beef, Pork, U.S. Meat Export Federation (USMEF)

The U.S. Meat Export Federation (USMEF) has released its analysis of the July 2025 U.S. pork and beef export numbers, based on the latest data from the USDA. USMEF President and CEO Dan Halstrom highlighted several key trends affecting meat exports, including strong pork demand in Latin America and ongoing beef export barriers to China. Halstrom began by addressing pork …

governor

Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Funds Research to Sustain Beef Industry and Environment

Dale Sandlin Florida Cattle Enhancement Board (FCEB)

The Florida Cattle Enhancement Board is playing a vital role in sustaining and improving the beef cattle industry in the Sunshine State. Through strategic investments in research, promotion, and education, the board works to ensure the long-term success of cattle ranchers and the land they manage. To get a deeper look into the organization’s mission and progress, we sat down …

florida cattlemen's association

Florida Cattlemen’s Association Hosts Fall Quarterly Meeting in Okeechobee

Dale Sandlin Cattle, Florida Cattlemen's Association (FCA), Industry

The Florida Cattlemen’s Association held its Fall Quarterly Meeting in Okeechobee this past week, bringing together cattle producers, industry partners, and sponsors from across the state for two days of education, networking, and leadership updates. The event showcased the ongoing commitment of Florida’s cattle industry to collaboration and innovation. This year’s meeting included a full slate of activities. “This is …

weekly livestock market

Livestock Market Reports for Week Ended 09-05-2025

Dan Alabama, Beef, Cattle, Florida, Georgia

Here are the weekly livestock market reports for Alabama, Florida, and Georgia for the week ended September 05, 2025, compiled by the Livestock Market News Service for all three states. AL Livestock Market Report: At Alabama Livestock Auctions, for the week ended September 05, 2025, receipts at 16 markets totaled 11,997 head compared to 10,604 last week and 14,359 last …

ncba

NCBA Testifies At 301 Hearing For Brazil Investigation

Dan Agri-Business, Beef, Cattle, Export/Import, Exports/Imports, National Cattlemen’s Beef Association (NCBA), Trade

NCBA Urges Suspension of Brazilian Beef Imports in Section 301 Investigation The National Cattlemen’s Beef Association (NCBA) has taken a strong stance in the ongoing Section 301 Investigation into Brazil’s trade practices, voicing serious concerns about Brazil’s treatment of U.S. beef and long-standing food safety issues. Earlier this week, the U.S. International Trade Commission held a hearing to investigate whether …