Agricultural Retailers Association

Agricultural Retailers Association Set Policy Priorities for 2026

Dan Agri-Business, Economy, Regulation

The Agricultural Retailers Association has announced their public policy priorities for 2026. According to the ARA, these priorities are “designed to support America’s agricultural retailers, strengthen the nation’s food and input supply chains, and promote science-based, practical policy solutions that keep U.S. agriculture globally competitive.” ARA’s Senior Vice President of Public Policy Richard Gupton said,“ARA’s 2026 policy priorities are built to …

Peanut Standards Board

Nominees Wanted For Peanut Standards Board

Dan Agri-Business, Peanuts

The Department of Agriculture is seeking nominees for the Peanut Standards Board. They’ll fill seats on that board. Six producers and six industry reps will be assigned this year. They will be working with the Farm Bill as authorized to form this Peanut Standards Board. What do they do? They recommend updates on the minimum quality standards for U.S. peanuts, the food safety requirements and …

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NCBA Addresses Rumors of False Animal Health Information in Texas Feedlots

Dan Agri-Business, Beef, Cattle, National Cattlemen’s Beef Association (NCBA)

The National Cattlemen’s Beef Association (NCBA) CEO Colin Woodall is addressing online rumors of false animal health information in feedlots in Texas. Woodall released a statement saying, “The National Cattlemen’s Beef Association is aware of online rumors that allege a new or unknown animal disease is circulating in a feedlot in the Texas Panhandle. These claims are false. Animal health …

grain

Grain and Livestock Futures Weaker

Dan Agri-Business, Beef, Cattle, Commodities, Corn, Economy, Marketing, Pork, Soybeans, Wheat

Grain and livestock futures remain weaker, though we think they’ll be more stable as we move toward Friday. A disappointing February soybean crush number only adds to uncertainty in the soybean complex, President Trump hinting that that March 31st meeting in Beijing could be delayed if China doesn’t help with security in the Strait of Hormuz. A delay in that meeting only delays a …

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Alabama Cattlemen’s Association Previews Youth Cattle Working Contest

Dan Agri-Business, Alabama, Alabama Cattlemen’s Association (ACA), Beef, Cattle, Education, Events, Industry

The Alabama Cattlemen’s Association will be hosting a youth cattle working contest in May and we caught up with Erin Beasley with the Alabama Cattlemen’s Association for more details. Beasley said, “Got an exciting new contest for our Alabama Junior Cattlemen’s Association members. The Youth Cattle Working Contest will be held on May the 2nd at Midstate Stockyards in Letohatchee. This is …

Alabama

Alabama Cattlemen’s Convention Speaker Provides Insights on Upcoming Elections

Dan Agri-Business, Alabama, Alabama Cattlemen’s Association (ACA), Cattle, Events, Industry

The Alabama Cattlemen’s Convention educational sessions featured Michael Lowry with the Alabama Poll who provided insights on the upcoming elections. We caught up with Michael after his session to learn what voters are most concerned about this cycle. Lowry said, “Absolutely anything dealing with the economy, economic issues, and it’s not so much jobs, you know, we always say economy and …

peanut

A Look Within The Peanut Market

Dan Agri-Business, Economy, Peanuts

Checking on the peanut market this week. Good news for farmers. They do have something offered at buying points. Peanut buying points are reporting that peanut contracts are now available for the 26 peanut crop. Contracts were started out on runners at $415 per ton. The tonnage is not limited. Contract offers for Virginia type peanuts was $425. Some farmers of course need …

pork exports

USMEF Highlights Higher Year over Year Pork Exports & Beef Variety Meats

Dan Agri-Business, Beef, Cattle, Export/Import, Exports/Imports, Pork, U.S. Meat Export Federation (USMEF)

According to the U. S. Meat Export Federation, January U.S. Pork Exports have trended higher while Beef Variety Meats topped highs in previous months. USMEF President and CEO Dan Halstrom shares the details on Pork Exports, “Of course, last year, the last several months by Latin America, Mexico, Central America, even down into Colombia, for example. But the interesting thing about …

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Labor Issues at Beef Plant in Colorado Impacting Markets

Dan Agri-Business, Beef, Cattle, Commodities, Economy, Export/Import, Exports/Imports, Labor and Immigration, Marketing, Trade

Labor issues at that JBS beef plant in Colorado plowed an otherwise positive beef trade in our review. Beef packer margins improving here last week. By the way, happy St. Patrick’s Day. The Irish and friends of Irish, heavy consumers of beef and various beverages as well. But spring coming up here at the end of the week, and that consumer demand we …

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GCC Executive Director Reminds Growers About Farmer Bridge Assistance Deadline

Dan Agri-Business, Cotton, Funding, Georgia Cotton Commission (GCC)

The Georgia Cotton Commission (GCC) is reminding growers about a key deadline. Clint Thompson with Southeast AgNet has the story. Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Provided Opportunity To Highlight Difficult Farming SubjectMarch 20, 2026Valley Helps Growers Get The Most Out Of Every AcreMarch 19, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Builds Relationships Between Researchers and Cattle ProducersMarch 13, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board …