Leaders Who Were Farmers First In 1776, the successful leaders who helped shape the new nation were also among its most accomplished farmers. George Washington and Thomas Jefferson stand out not only as political visionaries but also as agricultural innovators. Both men believed that the strength of the country depended on the productivity of its farms and the ability to …
Georgia Beef Board Launches SEC Football Ad Campaign to Promote Beef As college football kicks off this season, the Georgia Beef Board is launching an exciting new promotional campaign focused on the Southeastern Conference (SEC). The effort aims to highlight beef as the go-to protein for game day celebrations across the South. We caught up with Wyatt Doolittle of the …
Florida Beef Council Hosts Hands-On Beef Workshop at Cattlewomen’s Short Course The Florida Beef Council recently held a workshop aimed at educating consumers on how to make the most of their beef purchases amid rising prices. The event was part of the Florida Cattlewomen’s Beef Cattle Short Course and drew over 100 enthusiastic participants. We spoke with DM Maples of …
Alabama Cattlemen’s Association Hosts Region 2 Beef Leadership Meeting This week, the Alabama Cattlemen’s Association is hosting a key meeting for cattle industry leaders and beef councils from across the Southeast. The gathering will bring together representatives from eight states that make up Region 2 of the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association (NCBA). We caught up with Erin Beasley, who shared …
USDA August Cattle-on-Feed Report Reflects Tight Supply and Strong Fed Cattle Prices The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has released its August Cattle-on-Feed report, and the data points to tightening cattle supplies and continued strong beef demand. USDA Livestock Analyst Anthony Fisher offered detailed insights into the current market dynamics. “On August 1st, the number of cattle on feed in …
USDA Reports Higher Peanut Acreage and Yields as Harvest Approaches The National Agricultural Statistics Service (NASS) of the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has released its latest data as the 2025 peanut harvest nears—and the numbers are looking strong for producers. “According to their reports, based on their FSA reports, they say acreage is up 7% higher than last year. …
First Human Case of New World Screwworm Reported in the U.S. The Department of Health and Human Services has confirmed the first human case of New World Screwworm (NWS) in the United States, according to a recent report. The diagnosis was confirmed by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). The rare parasitic infestation appeared in a traveler returning …
USDA Ends Solar Panel Subsidies on Farmland, Restricts Foreign-Made Panels Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins announced this week that the USDA will no longer fund taxpayer dollars for solar panels on productive farmland or permit the use of solar panels manufactured by foreign adversaries in USDA-supported solar programs. This major policy shift is seen as a win for farmers who …
USDA Expands Crop Insurance Support for Beginning Farmers Through One Big Beautiful Bill The USDA has announced major changes to crop insurance programs for beginning farmers, made possible through the passage of the One Big Beautiful Bill. These updates are designed to offer stronger financial support during the critical early years of farm operations. USDA Risk Management Agency Administrator Pat …
U.S. Cattle on Feed Inventory Expected to Hit Lowest Levels Since 2017 Pre-release estimates suggest a significant drop in U.S. cattle on feed inventories, potentially reaching the lowest level since 2017. According to analysts, the average estimate shows total cattle on feed down 2% from the same time last year. This expected decline continues a seasonal trend typically seen during …
