Dietary Guidelines

RFK Jr. Details New Dietary Guidelines at NCBA CattleCon

Dale Sandlin USDA

U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. shared new details about the development of updated federal dietary guidelines earlier this month at National Cattlemen’s Beef Association CattleCon in Nashville, Tennessee. Addressing cattle producers and industry stakeholders, Kennedy described how the new U.S. dietary guidelines were developed after he took office. “When I came into office …

alabama

Alabama Cattlemen’s Association Gears Up for Beef 101 and Statewide Beef Promotion

Dale Sandlin Alabama Cattlemen’s Association (ACA)

The Alabama Cattlemen’s Association is preparing for a busy season of Beef 101 programs and expanded beef promotion efforts across the state. Baylee Watson with the association shared how these initiatives are helping connect consumers with Alabama’s beef industry. “Beef 101 is a program that really allows us to give participants the pasture to plate experience of the beef industry.” …

cotton

USDA 102nd Agricultural Outlook Forum: Key Numbers to Watch

Dale Sandlin USDA

The U.S. Department of Agriculture will host its 102nd Annual Agricultural Outlook Forum this Thursday and Friday in Washington, D.C.. The annual event is one of the most closely watched gatherings for producers, traders, and agribusiness leaders, offering fresh USDA price projections, yield forecasts, and long-term agricultural baseline data. This year’s forum marks the first appearance for USDA’s new Chief …

Georgia Cotton Commission’s 2026 Trustees’ Award Winners

Clint Thompson Georgia Cotton Commission (GCC)

The Georgia Cotton Commission’s (GCC) Trustees’ Awards were presented at the 2026 Georgia Cotton Commission annual meeting on Jan. 28 in Tifton. The recipients of this year’s Trustees’ Awards were Richey Seaton and Martha Collins Harris. The Trustees’ Awards are awarded to individuals who have dedicated themselves to the advancement of Georgia’s cotton industry. Producers, research and extension specialists and …

Florida

Florida Cattlemen’s President Shares Details on the Relationship Between Researchers and Industry

Dan Agri-Business, Beef, Cattle, Florida Cattlemen's Association (FCA), Research

Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Strengthens Research Partnerships in the Florida Cattle Industry The Florida Cattle Enhancement Board continues to play a vital role in strengthening relationships between researchers and the Florida cattle industry. Through strategic funding and collaboration, the board supports research projects that directly benefit Florida ranchers and advance beef cattle genetics and performance. We spoke with Rick Moyer, …

florida beef council

Florida Beef Council Highlights Upcoming Promotional Efforts

Dan Agri-Business, Beef, Cattle, Events, Florida, Florida Beef Council (FBC), Marketing

The Florida Beef Council is preparing for a high-energy month of promotional activities, beginning this weekend with a major consumer-focused event at Daytona International Speedway. From motorsports partnerships to culinary showcases, the council is continuing its mission to connect consumers with beef through creative, engaging experiences. DM Maples with the Florida Beef Council says the pace is only accelerating. “I …

Alabama cattlemen's

Alabama Cattlemen’s Encouraging Young Cattlemen’s Leadership Program Applicants

Dan Agri-Business, Alabama, Alabama Cattlemen’s Association (ACA), Beef, Cattle, Industry

The Alabama Cattlemen’s Association (ACA) is encouraging young cattle producers across the state to apply for its Young Cattlemen’s Leadership Program (YCLP), a leadership development initiative designed to prepare the next generation of industry leaders. Applications are now open for Class 13 of the program, which will begin this spring. Michael Smith with the Alabama Cattlemen’s Association says the application …

Georgia Beef Board

GBB Highlights Work Of The Beef Checkoff During CattleCon26

Dan Agri-Business, Beef, Cattle, Events, Georgia Beef Board (GBB), Marketing

The Georgia Beef Board is highlighting the impact of the Beef Checkoff program during CattleCon 26, focusing on how producer-funded efforts are delivering real results for the beef industry. During the event, the Georgia Beef Board and the Cattlemen’s Beef Board shared updates showing that the Beef Checkoff continues to strengthen demand, expand education, and generate measurable returns for cattle …

M&D Overstreet Ranch

M&D Overstreet Ranch Named Region II ESAP Winner

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

Each year, the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association (NCBA) recognizes cattle operations across the country that demonstrate outstanding stewardship practices and long-term conservation efforts. For 2026, M&D Overstreet Ranch of Kathleen, Florida was selected as the Region II winner, highlighting decades of commitment to land preservation, wildlife habitat, and responsible cattle production. The Overstreet Ranch story stretches back generations. Ranch owner …

disaster

Florida Commissioner of Agriculture Announces Hurricane Disaster Assistance

Dan Agri-Business, Citrus, Economy, Florida, Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS), Forestry, Funding

Florida Producers Eligible for Hurricane Disaster Relief Funds Florida Commissioner of Agriculture Wilton Simpson has announced that agricultural producers across the state who were impacted by hurricanes in 2023 and 2024 may now apply for hurricane disaster relief funds. The funding will be distributed through the Florida Block Grant Disaster Program to assist eligible producers with losses tied to infrastructure …