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Trump Trade Negotiations and What They Mean for U.S. Beef Exports As the Trump administration continues to pursue new and revised trade agreements, the U.S. beef industry is watching closely. According to Ethan Lane, Senior Vice President of Government Affairs with the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association (NCBA), implementation details are now the critical focus in turning those deals into real …
Georgia National Fair Highlights Agriculture and Livestock Education The Georgia National Fair kicked off last week with a celebration that spotlighted the state’s top youth livestock exhibitors and recognized the winners of last year’s shows. Held at the Georgia National Fairgrounds in Perry, the event runs from October 2nd to the 12th, featuring a blend of entertainment, agriculture, and education. …
USDA Responds to New World Screwworm (NWS) Detection Near U.S.-Mexico Border Following the recent detection of New World Screwworm just 70 miles from the U.S.-Mexico border, the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is ramping up efforts to prevent the pest’s entry into the United States. Lauren Stump, USDA’s Deputy Undersecretary for Marketing and Regulatory Programs, provided a detailed update on …
USDA September Hogs and Pigs Report Shows Slight Decline in Herd Size The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has released its September 2025 Quarterly Hogs and Pigs Report, providing the latest data on herd size, farrowing’s, and producer intentions. According to USDA Livestock Analyst Michael McConnell, the U.S. hog herd as of September 1st is showing a modest year-over-year decline. …
UGA Expert Offers Winter Grazing Advice Amid Georgia Drought Conditions As drought conditions continue across much of Georgia, producers are facing tough decisions about planting winter grazing. We spoke with Dr. Lisa Baxter, Extension Forage Specialist with the University of Georgia, to get her insight on managing planting strategies during this unusually dry fall. “The what-ifs of planting when we …
USDA Raises Broiler Production Forecast for 2025 While Prices Remain Strong The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has released its September 2025 forecast for broiler production and prices, revealing higher output expectations and continued strength in the poultry market. World Agricultural Outlook Board Chairman Mark Jekanowski offered key insights into the updated outlook. “Broiler production has been increasing.We raised our …
Pork Producers Urge Congress to Fix Proposition 12 During Capitol Hill Visit Last week, the National Pork Producers Council (NPPC) brought 100 pork producers from 20 states to Washington, D.C., urging lawmakers to take action on a critical issue affecting the pork industry: California’s Proposition 12. “According to the NPPC, California’s proposition 12 is ‘driving up costs for consumers, threatening …
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. …
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 …
Seizing Opportunity During the Great Depression The Great Depression challenged countless rural American families, yet it also offered opportunities for those in the right place at the right time. In southern Missouri, a young farmer—John W. Tyson—recognized a chance to deliver chickens to larger metropolitan markets across the Midwest. While many struggled to survive, this early venture gave him practical …
