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The Origins of Land O’Lakes: From Minnesota Creameries to an Iconic Brand A Historic Merger in Minnesota In July 1921, a major milestone in American dairy history took place in St. Paul, Minnesota. 320 cooperative creameries merged to form the Minnesota Cooperative Creameries Association. This strategic unification helped small dairy producers strengthen their market presence during a competitive period in …
Alabama Cattlemen’s Association Celebrates 10,000+ Members and Successful 2024 Membership Drive The Alabama Cattlemen’s Association (ACA) is closing out another successful membership year, and the organization is expressing deep gratitude for the cattle producers, county leaders, and sponsors who helped push membership above 10,000 members once again. According to Erin Beasley, this year marks the sixth consecutive year the ACA …
Tyson Foods to Close Lexington, Nebraska Beef Facility in Early 2026 Late last week, Tyson Foods announced a major restructuring decision that will significantly affect its operations and the community of Lexington, Nebraska. The company will close its Lexington beef facility beginning in early 2026 as part of a broader effort to “right size its beef business and position it …
USMEF Chairman Jay Tyler Outlines 2025 Priorities for Expanding U.S. Red Meat Exports The U.S. Meat Export Federation (USMEF) is entering the coming year with clear direction and renewed leadership under newly elected Chairman Jay Tyler. In discussing the organization’s goals, Tyler emphasized that the priorities for USMEF remain consistent, focused, and essential to long-term global competitiveness. As he explained, …
Here are the weekly livestock market reports for Alabama, Florida, and Georgia for the week ended November 21, 2025, compiled by the Livestock Market News Service for all three states. AL Livestock Market Report: At Alabama Livestock Auctions, for the week ended- November 21, 2025, receipts at 16 markets totaled 12,410 head compared to 9,139 last week and 10,947 last …
How the Cattle Enhancement Board Strengthens the Work of the Florida Beef Council The Florida Beef Council (FBC) continues to elevate beef promotion and producer education across the state, thanks in large part to the support of the Florida Cattle Enhancement Board. According to Deanne Maples, this partnership has become essential in helping the Council expand its impact despite limited …
NCBA Responds to Newly Released WOTUS Rule: What Producers Need to Know The National Cattlemen’s Beef Association (NCBA) is responding to the federal government’s newly released Waters of the United States (WOTUS) rule, and according to Mary Thomas Hart, NCBA’s Chief Counsel, the updated definition reflects an important shift toward clarity and practicality for agricultural landowners. Hart explained that the …
USDA Officials Praise Mexico’s Screwworm Prevention Efforts During Chiapas Visit During the recent trade mission that U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins led to Mexico, USDA officials had the opportunity to visit one of the New World Screwworm Detection Sites. The visit offered important insight into how Mexican authorities are working to prevent the reintroduction of the pest into North …
Alabama Cattlemen’s Association Gears Up for the Annual Bainbridge Block Party The Alabama Cattlemen’s Association is excited for this year’s Bainbridge Block Party, and we caught up with Josie Jones with the Alabama Cattlemen’s Association to learn more about this highly anticipated agricultural and community event. According to Josie, “We are super excited because it’s time for the annual Bainbridge …
Florida Beef Council Preparing for Next Year’s Checkoff Programs The Florida Beef Council is working to ensure next year’s checkoff programs remain effective and impactful. We spoke with Deanne Maples with the Florida Beef Council to learn more about their year-end efforts and planning process. As Deanne explained, “We’re coming to the end of wrapping up a great year. We …
