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Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Supports Targeted Research for Beef Industry The Florida Cattle Enhancement Board continues to play a key role in providing viable, targeted research for the Florida cattle industry. The program focuses on funding specific projects that directly benefit beef producers by improving efficiency, sustainability, and environmental stewardship. Florida State Representative Chad “Cracker” Johnson shared his perspective on …
Georgia Confirms HPAI Detection in Commercial Poultry Flock in Hart County Georgia Commissioner of Agriculture Tyler Harper has announced a confirmed positive detection of Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI) in a commercial poultry flock located in Hart County. The confirmation follows testing and response efforts coordinated between state and federal animal health officials. Commissioner Harper shared the update in a …
Gene Copenhaver Begins Term as New NCBA President The National Cattlemen’s Beef Association has a new president, Gene Copenhaver of Virginia. As he begins his term, Copenhaver is focused on building on recent successes while continuing to address key challenges facing the cattle industry. Copenhaver said what he’s most looking forward to in the role is momentum. “What I’m looking …
Analysts Say Gold and Silver Markets May Be Misreading Fed Nomination Bottom Line analysts suggest that gold and silver markets may be misinterpreting President Donald Trump’s nomination of Kevin Warsh to serve as the next chairman of the Federal Reserve Board. The nomination, which would take effect after current Fed Chairman Jerome Powell’s term ends in May, triggered sharp reactions …
John Holmes is an important figure in American agriculture history, recognized for his role in advancing scientific agriculture and formal agricultural education in the United States. His work helped establish a foundation that continues to influence agricultural learning and research today. From Massachusetts to Michigan Born in Massachusetts, John Holmes moved to Michigan in 1835 during a time of rapid …
EPA Clarifies Clean Air Act Supports Right to Repair for Farmers The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency has issued new guidance to manufacturers clarifying that the Clean Air Act (CAA) supports Americans’ ability to make repairs on their own equipment. The guidance reinforces that federal air quality law cannot be used to restrict access to tools, software, or diagnostic information needed …
UGA Forecast Highlights Changes to Farm Bill Timeline Under H.R. 1 At the University of Georgia Agricultural Forecast hearing last week, economists discussed how congressional action this year has altered the traditional Farm Bill timeline. Typically, Congress renews the Farm Bill every five years, setting a single expiration date for dozens of farm and nutrition programs. However, the passage of …
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 …
