Earlier this week, the Department of Agriculture announced it would be terminating the Farmer Fair Practices Rule on Competitive Injury. A rule that, according to the National Farmers Unions, would have provided the most basic of protections to American family farmers and ranchers as they endure increasingly concentrated markets and unfair treatment from multinational meatpackers. NFU President Roger Johnson says …
Florida Beef Council Hires New Team Member
The Florida Beef Council (FBC) just added a new person to its team to help with promoting the beef message to consumers across the state. Sarah Krieger, who comes on board as a registered dietician, has details about her new position with FBC. Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Track Record Well Received By LegislatorsJanuary 30, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Supports …
Georgia Beef Board Talks with Consumers and Producers
The Georgia Beef Board just wrapped up its exhibit at the Georgia National Fair and is now in Moultrie for the annual Sunbelt Ag Expo. In the Georgia Beef Checkoff report, Kaytlyn Malia says the board had a great time talking with consumers at the fair. Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Track Record Well Received By LegislatorsJanuary 30, 2026Florida …
Highlights from August Red Meat Export Results
According to statistics released by USDA and compiled by the U.S. Meat Export Federation (USMEF), U.S. beef exports posted another outstanding performance in August, remaining well above last year’s pace. Joe Schuele has the story. Another Strong Month for U.S. Beef Exports; Pork Exports Slightly Lower Year-over-Year U.S. beef exports posted another outstanding performance in August, remaining well above …
Beef 101 Courses Continue in Alabama
One of the most popular programs through the beef checkoff in Alabama are the Beef 101 courses. And according to Alabama Cattlemen’s Association’s Erin Beasley, more of those are coming up. Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Track Record Well Received By LegislatorsJanuary 30, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Supports Beef Education and Promotion ProgramsJanuary 23, 2026Florida Cattle Producers Proactive …
Beef Exports Remain Strong, Pork Slightly Lower
A monthly measure of meat exports shows U.S. beef posted another outstanding performance in August, remaining well above last year’s pace, and August pork exports increased from the previous month but were down slightly year-over-year. The U.S. Meat Export Federation reports that August beef exports totaled 112,000 metric tons, up five percent from a year ago and the largest of …
EU, Canada, Settle 21 Year Beef Fight
Canada and the European Union have settled a 21-year dispute of hormone-treated meat, according to Reuters. In a filing with the World Trade Organization this week, Canada and the EU announced the settlement of the dispute that began in 1996. Under the terms of the settlement, Canada gives up any right to retaliate over the decades-old complaint, which alleged the …
Georgia Beef at the Fair
The Georgia Beef Board is ready for a big event this week, where it plans to talk with consumers from across the state about the many benefits of beef. In the Georgia Beef Checkoff report, Kaytlyn Malia explains where the board will be. Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Track Record Well Received By LegislatorsJanuary 30, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement …
Florida Beef Promotion Reaches Many Consumers
The Florida Beef Council (FBC) just wrapped up a campaign, where it was able to reach many consumers through social media. In the Beef Checkoff report, FBC director of beef marketing and promotions, Allyson Trimble, explains what this effort involved. Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Track Record Well Received By LegislatorsJanuary 30, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Supports Beef Education …
Jasper Restaurant Named Home to Bama’s Best Burger
The winner of “Bama’s Best Burger” contest was announced this week. Alabama Cattlemen’s Association’s director of social media and communications, Kayla Greer, says making this announcement is how the association officially kicked off October Beef Month. Read Alabama Cattlemen’s Association Press Release. Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Track Record Well Received By LegislatorsJanuary 30, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Supports …