Beef Checkoff Research Finds No Link Between Unprocessed Red Meat and Obesity New research funded by the beef checkoff adds to the growing body of evidence that supports fresh beef as part of a healthy, sustainable diet. This study, conducted by Texas Tech University, challenges long-held assumptions about red meat and its impact on obesity. “Animal-sourced foods like red meat …
USDA Beef and Pork Production and Price Forecasts Released
USDA Lowers 2025-2026 Beef and Pork Production Forecasts, Raises Price Outlooks The USDA has released its updated forecast for beef and pork production and pricing for 2025 and 2026, signaling a tightening in supply and continued upward pressure on prices. World Agricultural Outlook Board Chair Mark Jekinowski provided key insights into the changes impacting the U.S. meat sector. “Our 2025 …
How Producers Can Help in NWS Efforts
USDA Expands New World Screwworm Prevention—Here’s What Cattle Producers Can Do The USDA has begun implementing expanded efforts to combat the New World Screwworm (NWS), following an announcement from U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins during a press conference held in Texas last week. With concerns rising about the pest’s potential spread, cattle producers across the country are asking: What …
Role of Shorthorn Cattle in American Agricultural History
Shorthorn Cattle and Early American Farms The Shorthorn breed holds a significant place in American agricultural history. As settlers pushed westward, Shorthorns became the most common cattle breed found on farms and ranches throughout the expanding frontier. Why Shorthorns Were a Pioneer Favorite The Shorthorn cattle were widely favored by early American farmers and ranchers for several key reasons: This …
NCBA Reaction to New World Screwworm Announcement
NCBA Responds to USDA’s $100 Million New World Screw Worm Initiative Last week’s announcement by Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins marked a significant step in the fight against the New World Screwworm, a pest that poses a serious threat to U.S. livestock. The USDA’s expanded strategy includes constructing a new sterile fly production facility and investing in advanced sterilization technologies. …
New Staff Member At Alabama Cattlemen’s
Bailey Watson Joins Alabama Cattlemen’s Association to Lead Youth Programs and Beef Marketing The Alabama Cattlemen’s Association (ACA) is proud to announce a new addition to its dedicated team. Executive Vice President Erin Beasley shared her excitement about introducing Bailey Watson to cattle producers across Alabama. “Very happy to add Bailey Watson to our team here at the Alabama Cattlemen’s …
Secretary Rollins Makes Announcement on New World Screworm Efforts
USDA Expands Fight Against New World Screwworm with $750M Texas Facility The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is ramping up its battle against the reemergence of the New World screwworm, a dangerous pest threatening livestock across the southern U.S. border. In a major announcement last week, U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins detailed the expansion of the USDA’s five-pronged plan …
Livestock Market Reports for Week Ended 08-15-2025
Here are the weekly livestock market reports for Alabama, Florida, and Georgia for the week ended August 15, 2025, compiled by the Livestock Market News Service for all three states. AL Livestock Market Report: At Alabama Livestock Auctions, for the week ended- August 15, 2025, receipts at 16 markets totaled 11,450 head compared to 13,002 last week and 9,832 last …
Customs and Border Protection Seize Unmanifested Poultry and Meat from China
CBP Seizes Over 6,000 Pounds of Smuggled Meat from China in Los Angeles Port U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) agriculture specialists in Los Angeles made a significant seizure earlier this week, confiscating over 6,000 pounds of poultry and meat products illegally shipped from China. The shipment, falsely labeled as tilapia, included unmanifested swine, avian, and ruminant products—a major biosecurity …
NCBA Scores Legal Victory Protecting Cattle Producers from Emissions Reporting Requirements
In a major legal win for U.S. cattle producers, the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association (NCBA) secured a favorable ruling from the U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia. The decision affirms exemptions from complex air emissions reporting requirements under two federal environmental laws, shielding family farms and ranches from regulatory overreach. For years, NCBA and other livestock groups have …