The Alabama Cattlemen’s Association (ACA) has been holding their summer Regional Meetings/Cookouts at various sites across the state. ACA Executive Vice President, Erin Beasley, notes says the meetings have reached the midway point. Beasley said they have enjoyed getting out and talking with producers across the state. For more information about the summer meetings/cookouts still to be held, click here. Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester …
President Testifies Before Congress on State of the Livestock Industry
Last month, National Cattlemen’s Beef Association (NCBA) President Todd Wilkinson testified before the House Agriculture Committee Subcommittee on Livestock, Dairy, and Poultry. The second-generation cattle producer from South Dakota, highlighted stronger market conditions in the cattle industry and discussed new challenges facing farmers and ranchers from burdensome regulations and inflation. “Many of you have said it before, and I wholeheartedly agree, food …
New Records Set at Cattle Auction
During a recent cattle auction, new records were set. Mark Oppold has more details. Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2026FL Cattle Enhancement Board Wraps up Funding YearJune 30, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Awarded Researcher Discusses New World Screwworm OverviewJune 19, 2026Verdant Robotics Offers Growers Targeted Application of Herbicides or Beneficials through SharpShooter™June 16, 2026
Disaster Assistance Application Process Soon Taking Place
$3.7 billion dollars has been set aside as part of USDA’s Emergency Relief and Emergency Livestock Relief (ELRP) programs for producers who suffered weather related disaster losses in 2022. Rod Bain reports that applications will soon be accepted. Emergency Livestock Relief Program (ELRP) – provides livestock producers, who have approved applications through the 2021 Livestock Forage Disaster Program for forage losses due to …
Broad-Based Growth for April Pork Exports; Beef Exports Trend Lower
Exports of U.S. pork, during the month of April, saw gains in a wide range of markets. That’s according to data released by USDA and compiled by the U.S. Meat Export Federation (USMEF). But, beef exports were below the very large totals posted a year ago, despite the fact export value per head of fed slaughter was the highest in eight months. …
World Livestock Auctioneer Championship Starts Friday
The 59th World Livestock Auctioneer Championship (WLAC) is set to take place this Friday and Saturday. It’s being held in conjunction with the Livestock Marketing Association’s (LMA) Annual Convention which runs through Saturday in Punta Gorda and Arcadia, Fl. Thirty-one semi-finalist auctioneers will compete in the competition. The auctioneering contest will begin with the interview portion. That’s where each WLAC semi-finalist must …
Georgia Beef Producers Reminded to Vote
Georgia beef producers are reminded to vote on the continuation of the Georgia Beef Commission check-off. The Georgia Agriculture Commodity Commission for Beef was established in 2013 by the Georgia Legislature, and then producers first voted in 2014 to approve a marketing order. The order was designed to establish a $1 per head assessment on all cattle sold in Georgia …
Enjoying a Higher Trade
Traders have been enjoying a higher trade in many areas for the start of June. Mark Oppold has more on that, and he looks at what gas prices are expected to do yet this summer. Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2026FL Cattle Enhancement Board Wraps up Funding YearJune 30, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Awarded Researcher Discusses New World Screwworm …
Pleased with May Beef Month in Georgia
May Beef Month in Georgia has officially ended, as various promotions were held. Georgia Beef Board (GBB) Director of Public Relations, Taylor Evans, says they are pleased with this year’s event. To learn more about this year’s May Beef Month promotion in Georgia, contact the GBB office in Macon at 478-474-1815. Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2026FL Cattle Enhancement Board Wraps up …
Alabama Cattlemen on 2023 Legislative Session
The 2023 Alabama Legislative Session is coming to an end, as lawmakers are finalizing this year’s session. Alabama Cattlemen’s Association (ACA) Executive Vice President, Erin Beasley, said overall it was a positive session for agriculture. For more information contact the ACA office in Montgomery at 314-265-1867. Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2026FL Cattle Enhancement Board Wraps up Funding YearJune 30, 2026Florida Cattle …