Florida Agriculture Officials Address USDA New World Screwworm Detection The Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services has issued a statement in response to a USDA report involving a New World Screwworm detection at a USDA import facility in south Florida. State officials emphasized that there is no detection of New World Screwworm in any Florida animals and that existing …
NCBA Focuses on Beef Trade and Market Access Priorities for 2026 The National Cattlemen’s Beef Association continues to be active in efforts to improve trade and market access for U.S. beef. During CattleCon in Nashville, NCBA leaders discussed ongoing trade challenges and opportunities that will shape the industry’s outlook heading into 2026. Kent Bacus, Executive Director of Government Affairs for …
U.S.-India Trade Deal Expected to Boost Markets and Agricultural Exports President Trump and India’s Prime Minister reached a new trade agreement this week that is expected to provide support for financial markets, including Wall Street and the CME Group in Chicago. The agreement represents a significant shift in trade relations between the two countries and could have far-reaching impacts on …
From Handmade Tools to a New Agricultural Era Prior to the 1800s, American farmers and ranchers relied almost entirely on handmade tools and equipment. These implements were often crafted locally and varied widely in quality and effectiveness. Farming during this period was labor-intensive, limited in scale, and largely focused on meeting immediate needs rather than producing surplus for broader markets. …
Florida Cattlemen Join Southeast Effort to Oppose EU Deforestation Rule at NCBA Convention The Florida Cattlemen’s Association is joining with other Southeastern states to push back against the European Union’s deforestation rule through the policy process at the NCBA Convention and Trade Show. The effort is focused on protecting land-use flexibility and private property rights for cattle producers and landowners …
Alabama Cattlemen’s Association Pushes to Protect Private Property Rights at NCBA Convention As the NCBA Convention and Trade Show gets underway, the Alabama Cattlemen’s Association is actively working through the NCBA policy process to protect private property rights for cattle producers and landowners across the Southeast. Policy discussions taking place throughout the week are a key part of the convention, …
USDA Disaster Assistance Available for Southeast Producers After Winter Storms Many producers in the Southeast have been impacted over the past few weeks with crippling winter weather, causing significant damages to crops, livestock, and agricultural infrastructure. In response, the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has announced several disaster assistance options designed to help producers recover and rebuild after these severe …
Peanut Market Update: Lower Prices, Soft Demand, and Global Acreage Cuts The peanut market continues to face pressure as lower prices and shifting global dynamics shape the outlook for the coming year. According to Broker Reports, market participants looking ahead to next season are focused on the 26–27 estimate for how many peanuts may ultimately be planted. With prices currently …
USDA Shifts Sterile Fly Dispersal Efforts to Prevent Spread of New World Screwworm The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) has announced a significant shift in its sterile fly dispersal strategy aimed at stopping the northward spread of New World Screwworm (NWS). The adjustment moves dispersal operations closer to the U.S.-Mexico border to reinforce protection …
NCBA Convention Begins in Nashville as Cattle Markets Hold Key Levels The NCBA Convention and Trade Show kicks off today in Nashville, drawing nearly 9,000 cattlemen and women from across the country. The annual event brings together producers, industry leaders, and agribusiness professionals for policy discussions, educational sessions, and one of the largest cattle-focused trade shows in the nation. This …
