Alabama lawmakers will be back in Montgomery this week, as Gov. Kay Ivey called a special session to address redistricting. Alabama Cattlemen’s Association (ACA) Executive Vice President, Erin Beasley, says they will be keeping an eye on things to make sure agriculture is well represented. For more information contact the ACA office in Montgomery. Sponsored ContentFlorida Senator Shares Origins of Florida Cattle Enhancement BoardNovember …
Increase Expected for Beef and Poultry Production, Decrease for Pork
USDA’s latest forecast shows production of two major meat types moving in opposite directions. According to World Agricultural Outlook Board Chair Mark Jekanowski, beef production is expected to increase. But, he says they reduced the pork production forecast. And when it comes to poultry production, Jekanowski says USDA is forecasting year-over-year growth. Sponsored ContentFlorida Senator Shares Origins of Florida Cattle …
Alabama Making Plans for 2022 Beef Checkoff Programs
October Beef Month continues across Alabama, as various promotions have been taking place. But next week, plans will be discussed for promotions that will take place next year. Alabama Cattlemen’s Association (ACA) Executive Vice President, Erin Beasley, says a task force will meet next week to discuss those plans. For more information, contact the ACA office in Montgomery. Sponsored ContentFlorida Senator Shares Origins …
Checkoff Dollars Important for Red Meat Exports
We told you this week that U.S. beef exports set a new value record in August, topping the $1 billion mark for the first time. Plus, pork exports saw another strong month in August remaining ahead of the record pace set last year. This is great news for the red meat industry, and checkoff dollars had a part in achieving …
Livestock and Poultry Report on World Markets and Trade
Tuesday, the U.S Department of Agriculture (USDA) released their quarterly Livestock and Poultry Report on World Markets and Trade. This report includes data on U.S. and global trade, production, consumption and stocks, as well as analysis of developments affecting world trade in livestock and poultry. It covers beef and veal, cattle, pork, swine and chicken meat. This new USDA report shows that China …
Talking Beef at the Georgia National Fair
The Georgia Beef Board (GBB) is set up and talking beef at this year’s Georgia National Fair in Perry. GBB Director of Public Relations, Taylor Evans, says their booth is located inside the Georgia Grown Building. The Georgia National Fair runs through October 17. For more information, contact the GBB office in Macon. Sponsored ContentFlorida Senator Shares Origins of Florida Cattle Enhancement BoardNovember 14, …
FBC Pleased with Results of Digital Campaign
This past summer, the Beef Checkoff was involved in a digital campaign that took place across the Southeast. And according to Florida Beef Council (FBC) Director of Beef Marketing and Promotion, DeAnne Maples, they are pleased with the results. For more information, contact the FBC office in Kissimmee. Sponsored ContentFlorida Senator Shares Origins of Florida Cattle Enhancement BoardNovember 14, 2025CIR Agriculture Harvester …
Alabama Beef Checkoff Programs Looking Ahead to 2022
The Beef Checkoff program in Alabama has seen a busy year, with many events continuing this month as a part of October Beef Month. But according to Alabama Cattlemen’s Association (ACA) Director of Social Media and Communications, Kayla Greer, efforts are already underway to plan out what will take place next year. Sponsored ContentFlorida Senator Shares Origins of Florida Cattle Enhancement BoardNovember …
Register Now for National Grazing Lands Conference
The National Grazing Lands Coalition will hold its 8th National Grazing Lands Conference (8NGLC) at the Embassy Suites Kingston Resorts in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, Dec. 6-9, 2021. But, they want folks who have yet to register for this in person event to know there are only a few days left to take advantage of the lower rate. Make sure to …
Cattlemen’s Foundation Accepting Applications for Beef Industry Scholarships
The National Cattlemen’s Foundation has announced they are accepting applications for the 2022-2023 CME Group Beef Industry Scholarship. Ten scholarships of $1,500 each will be given to outstanding students pursuing careers in the beef industry. Introduced in 1989, the scholarship identifies and encourages talented students who will play an important role in the future of food production. Students studying education, …