We’ve already reported that USDA has followed through with their plans to seek public comment on implementing a second beef checkoff in response to failure by the current Beef Checkoff Working Group to reach a consensus on changes to the current checkoff program. And various groups have responded to that announcement. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Producers Proactive In Research …
Ag in Review for the Week Ending November 7, 2014
In this week’s recap of agricultural news from around the Southeast, we look back at how the elections affected agriculture, have more information concerning USDA’s plans to move forward with another beef check-off program, along with a story about how these are the best of times for agriculture. To hear weekly reviews subscribe to our podcast: Alabama Florida Georgia Sponsored …
USDA Seeks Input on New Beef Promotion Order
From the U.S. Department of Agriculture: WASHINGTON, Nov. 7, 2014 – The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Agricultural Marketing Service is seeking input from the public to guide its development of a new industry-funded promotion, research and information order (also known as a “checkoff program”) for beef and beef products. The new order would be in addition to the existing beef …
Beef Producer Pleased with Materials Provided by the Checkoff
Did you know the beef checkoff provides information for producers to use when talking with consumers? In our weekly “Getting to know your beef checkoff” brought to you by your beef checkoff, Danny Bentley from Thomaston, Georgia recently took part in a couple of events where that information really helped in their efforts when talking with consumers. Download Audio To …
Southeast AgNet This Week: Beef Check Off; New FFA Leadership
Today’s issue of Southeast AgNet This Week includes details on the new FFA president from Georgia, plus information on the second beef check off. Want to learn more? Click here to subscribe and view the current issue. Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Producers Proactive In Research Efforts Funded by the Florida Cattle Enhancement BoardJanuary 16, 2026Florida Cattle Industry Supports Administration of Florida …
Florida Beef Takes Part in Gala
An event took place this past weekend where Ashley Hughes with the Florida Beef Council says beef was able to have quite a presence. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Producers Proactive In Research Efforts Funded by the Florida Cattle Enhancement BoardJanuary 16, 2026Florida Cattle Industry Supports Administration of Florida Cattle Enhancement BoardJanuary 9, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Significant Support …
Georgia Beef Team Ambassadors Heading Out
Suzanne Bentley with the Georgia Beef Board says this year’s Beef Team Ambassadors will be heading out this coming weekend to start their efforts in talking with consumers about beef. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Producers Proactive In Research Efforts Funded by the Florida Cattle Enhancement BoardJanuary 16, 2026Florida Cattle Industry Supports Administration of Florida Cattle Enhancement BoardJanuary 9, 2026Florida …
October Beef Month a Success in Alabama
October Beef Month has wrapped up for another year in Alabama, and Erin Beasley with the Alabama Cattlemen’s Association is pleased with how all of the promotions went this year. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Producers Proactive In Research Efforts Funded by the Florida Cattle Enhancement BoardJanuary 16, 2026Florida Cattle Industry Supports Administration of Florida Cattle Enhancement BoardJanuary 9, 2026Florida …
USMEF Holding Strategic Planning Conference
The U.S. Meat Export Federation is holding a Strategic Planning Conference this week in Arlington, Virginia. Joe Schuele has a look at what all will take place at this year’s event. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Producers Proactive In Research Efforts Funded by the Florida Cattle Enhancement BoardJanuary 16, 2026Florida Cattle Industry Supports Administration of Florida Cattle Enhancement BoardJanuary 9, …
U.S. May Produce More Pork than Beef
It hasn’t happened since the 1950s, but pork production may surpass beef production in the U.S. next year. According to a story from the American Farm Bureau Federation, drought across Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Producers Proactive In Research Efforts Funded by the Florida Cattle Enhancement BoardJanuary 16, 2026Florida Cattle Industry Supports Administration of Florida Cattle Enhancement BoardJanuary 9, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement …