The Make America Healthy Again (MAHA) Commission has released a comprehensive new strategy aimed at tackling chronic childhood diseases through sweeping reforms across food, health, and education systems. The strategy includes 120 initiatives and executive actions intended to reshape national policy and deliver measurable outcomes for American families. “The document includes 120 initiatives and executive actions to ‘advance gold-standard science, …
We pause with others on this 24th anniversary of the 9-11 terrorist attacks at the World Trade Center in New York, the Pentagon in Arlington, Virginia, and remember the heroic passengers on the plane that crashed in rural Pennsylvania. May we never forget. As we reflect on a pivotal moment in American history, it’s also a time to spotlight those …
The National Peanut Board is hitting the road this fall with its innovative HealthNut Club campaign, designed to bring peanut-powered nutrition to college campuses across the country. This initiative is part of a broader effort to raise awareness about the health benefits of peanuts and encourage students to incorporate them into their daily routines. “The National Peanut Board has launched …
Peanut prices are feeling the pressure as the 2025 harvest season kicks into full gear. With an estimated 3.6 million ton peanut crop, market prices are beginning to decline sharply. Farmers and buyers alike are closely watching this trend as raw shell peanut prices continue to fall. “Raw shell peanut prices were worth 64 cents in January, that’s 64 cents …
The Florida Cattlewomen’s Association, in collaboration with the Florida Beef Council, recently held an educational primal breakdown workshop that gave attendees a unique, hands-on experience in beef processing and education. The event was aimed at increasing knowledge about beef cuts, meat quality, and maximizing value for producers and consumers alike. We spoke with Emily Beaty of Beaty Ranch LLC, one …
The release of the Make America Healthy Again (MAHA) Strategy has drawn strong reactions from leading livestock organizations. Both the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association (NCBA) and the National Pork Producers Council (NPPC) praised the second report’s alignment with agricultural priorities and science-based nutrition. According to a press release from the NCBA, “American Beef is a Perfect Fit with the Second …
In a positive turn for international trade relations, President Donald Trump and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi have both expressed a commitment to resume U.S.-India trade negotiations, hinting at a possible resolution to recent tensions. The move comes after weeks of diplomatic strain between the two countries, sparked by disagreements over tariffs and India’s Russian oil purchases. However, this week …
The Florida Cattle Enhancement Board is playing a vital role in sustaining and improving the beef cattle industry in the Sunshine State. Through strategic investments in research, promotion, and education, the board works to ensure the long-term success of cattle ranchers and the land they manage. To get a deeper look into the organization’s mission and progress, we sat down …
The National Cattlemen’s Beef Association (NCBA) has officially opened the application period for its Spring 2026 internship program, offering valuable opportunities for students to gain hands-on experience in various aspects of the cattle and beef industry. “The National Cattlemen’s Beef Association has announced that that the application period has now opened for their internship program for the Spring 2026 semester. …
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has officially opened applications for the 2026 Patrick Leahy Farm to School Grants, announcing up to $18 million in funding to strengthen the connection between local farmers and school nutrition programs across the country. “The USDA says that they will invest up to $18 million in farm to school projects connecting farmers with child …
