Last week the Argentine government announced a suspension of most beef exports, with the goal being to bolster domestic supplies. U.S. Meat Export Federation (USMEF) Economist Erin Borror explains why this is a misguided policy. While some may view this as a potential boost for U.S. beef exports, as Borror said the export suspension is of little benefit to anyone. Sponsored ContentFlorida …
Beef Month Continues in Georgia
May is Beef Month in Georgia, and the annual promotional event continues across the state. Georgia Beef Board (GBB) Director of Public Relations, Taylor Evans, says they have had so many interactions with consumers this month. To learn more about Beef Checkoff funded promotions in Georgia, contact the GBB office in Macon or go to their website. Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement …
Florida Beef Council Conducts Farm to Fork Tour
The Florida Beef Council (FBC) recently conducted a Farm to Fork Tour with a restaurant group, an opportunity that was made possible by the Beef Checkoff program. FBC Chairman Flint Johns explains what the overall tour included. Farm to fork tours like this are designed to help influencers really understand what goes into producing beef. For more information about the …
Florida Beef Council Leadership Participates in Checkoff Orientation
After a year of adaptation and uncertainty, State Beef Councils (SBCs) once again had the opportunity to come together in person to share ideas and learn about their role in the Beef Checkoff. Dr. Lujean Waters. director on the Florida Beef Council board, joined DeAnne Maples, Florida Beef Council (FBC) Director of Beef Marketing and Promotion, and 18 other states …
GBB Celebrating Beef Month in Georgia
It’s a special time of the year for the Georgia Beef Board (GBB). May is Beef Month in Georgia, and the GBB is celebrating all things beef, says GBB Director of Public Relations Taylor Evans. For more information about May Beef Month or to contact the GBB office in Macon, call 478-474-1815 or go to their website, georgiabeef.org. Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement …
Record-Breaking Performance for U.S. Beef and Pork Exports in March
U.S. red meat exports ended the first quarter on a very high note, according to data released by the U.S. Department of Agriculture and compiled by the U.S. Meat Export Federation (USMEF). Both beef and pork exports in March posted the highest monthly value on record. Beef exports in March, at 124,808 metric tons (mt), was up 8% from a …
U.S. Beef Poised for Summer Rebound in Europe
U.S. beef gained greater access to the European Union at the beginning of 2020 through a country-specific quota aimed at allowing more U.S. product to enter the EU at zero duty. But with most U.S. beef cuts traditionally consumed in Europe’s foodservice and hospitality sectors, the U.S. industry struggled to fully capitalize on the revised quota due to widespread restrictions …
ACA Board of Directors to Meet Next Week
The spring quarterly meeting of the Alabama Cattlemen’s Association (ACA) board of directors will be held next week in Montgomery. ACA Executive Vice President, Erin Beasley, says they will be welcoming Alabama State Attorney General Steve Marshall to that meeting. For more information about the ACA Spring Board meeting on May 13th, contact their office in Montgomery. Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board …
Livestock Insurance Policy Updates
Last week, the USDA Risk Management Agency (RMA) announced updates to the Livestock Gross Margin (LGM) and Dairy Revenue Protection (DRP) policies. RMA Acting Administrator Richard Flournoy first runs through the updates scheduled to take effect next year for the LGM program. And Flournoy describes the updates to RMA’s Dairy Revenue Protection program. RMA is updating the livestock insurance policies to improve options …
70th UF/IFAS Florida Beef Cattle Short Course Starts Tuesday
The 70th Annual University of Florida/IFAS Beef Cattle Short Course kicks of Tuesday, May 4. This year’s event will be a scaled down virtual event that runs three evenings from 6:00 8:00 pm Eastern via Zoom. The program this year will focus on efficiency and its importance to the beef industry, and each night will consist of two speakers. Dr. Todd …