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Each year, the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association (NCBA) recognizes cattle operations across the country that demonstrate outstanding stewardship practices and long-term conservation efforts. For 2026, M&D Overstreet Ranch of Kathleen, Florida was selected as the Region II winner, highlighting decades of commitment to land preservation, wildlife habitat, and responsible cattle production. The Overstreet Ranch story stretches back generations. Ranch owner …
Several of the Southeastern State Cattlemen’s Associations came together to pass a resolution during the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association CattleCon in Nashville last week. The resolution aimed to address the European Union’s Deforestation Rule that was passed in 2025 and according to the resolution this rule “imposes unnecessary restrictions that infringe upon American private property rights, a foundational freedom for …
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 …
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 …
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 …
NCBA Highlights Major Policy Wins as CattleCon 26 Opens in Nashville The National Cattlemen’s Beef Association officially kicked off CattleCon 26 in Nashville, Tennessee, with a strong focus on policy issues and legislative victories achieved on behalf of cattle producers in Washington, D.C. The opening program featured an update on NCBA’s advocacy efforts and the progress made on issues that …
Cattle Trade in the Spotlight as NCBA Convention Opens in Nashville The cattle trade is in the spotlight this week with the opening of the NCBA Convention and Trade Show in Nashville. Reports throughout the event will be coming from Music City on the Southeast AgNet, as cattle producers, feeders, and industry leaders gather to discuss policy, markets, and the …
Alabama Cattlemen’s Association Pushes to Protect Private Property Rights at NCBA Convention As the NCBA Convention and Trade Show gets underway, the Alabama Cattlemen’s Association is actively working through the NCBA policy process to protect private property rights for cattle producers and landowners across the Southeast. Policy discussions taking place throughout the week are a key part of the convention, …
NCBA Convention Begins in Nashville as Cattle Markets Hold Key Levels The NCBA Convention and Trade Show kicks off today in Nashville, drawing nearly 9,000 cattlemen and women from across the country. The annual event brings together producers, industry leaders, and agribusiness professionals for policy discussions, educational sessions, and one of the largest cattle-focused trade shows in the nation. This …
USDA Launches New World Screwworm Grand Challenge to Strengthen Prevention and Response With the announcement of the New World Screwworm Grand Challenge, USDA is taking a major step toward strengthening its preparedness and response to one of the most serious threats to animal health. Undersecretary for Marketing and Regulatory Programs Dudley Hoskins shared details of the new initiative, which aims …
