When USDA released their September Cattle on Feed Report a week ago, it noted there were 11.1 million head on feed in the U.S, which is down 2 percent from a year ago. But, some are questioning if cattle producers are starting to actually hold back a few heifers for additions to the breeding herd, or if they are continuing to send …
USDA Payments to Help Organic Dairy Producers
The USDA has announced a second round of payments for dairy producers through the Organic Dairy Marketing Assistance Program (ODMAP). The agency is providing an additional $5 million to help dairy producers mitigate market volatility, higher input and transportation costs, and unstable feed supply and prices that have created unique hardships in the organic dairy industry. The Farm Service Agency …
Florida Beef Council Thrilled with Recent Digital Campaign
The results of a recent summer digital campaign the Florida Beef Council (FBC) participated in are in. FBC Director of Beef Marketing and Promotion, DeAnne Maples, says they are thrilled with the numbers. For more information on Beef Checkoff activities in Florida, contact the FBC office in Kissimmee. Sponsored ContentVerdant Robotics Offers Growers Targeted Application of Herbicides or Beneficials through SharpShooter™June 16, …
Alabama Cattlemen Concerned with Possible Government Shutdown
The Alabama Cattlemen’s Association (ACA), like many others in agriculture, are tracking the talks in Washington D.C. as to a possible government shutdown. ACA Executive Vice President, Erin Beasley, says they are watching what’s going on. To learn more, contact the ACA office in Montgomery at 334-265-1867. Sponsored ContentVerdant Robotics Offers Growers Targeted Application of Herbicides or Beneficials through SharpShooter™June 16, 2026Florida Cattle …
Georgia Beef Board Gearing Up for the Fair
The Georgia Beef Board (GBB) staff is busy gearing up for a big event coming up next week. GBB Checkoff Program Coordinator, Caitlin Jackson, says they have already started setting up for the Georgia National Fair. And while preparing for the fair, they are also working on plans for another big event coming up in November. And, Caitlin is looking for college age …
Tracking the Livestock Trade
Traders continue to track what is happening with the livestock trade. Mark Oppold has more on that, and also information about concerns with a major river. Sponsored ContentVerdant Robotics Offers Growers Targeted Application of Herbicides or Beneficials through SharpShooter™June 16, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Resources To Researchers For Applied ResearchJune 12, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Encourages Research into Producers …
U.S. Cattle on Feed Down 2 Percent
USDA has released their September Cattle on Feed Report and the new numbers indicate cattle and calves on feed for the slaughter market in the U.S. for feedlots with capacity of 1,000 or more head was 11.1 million head on September 1, 2023. The inventory was 2 percent below September 1, 2022. As Gary Crawford reports, the numbers of cattle in our …
Watching the Livestock Trade and Stock Market
Traders are watching the livestock and stock markets right now. Mark Oppold explains why. Sponsored ContentVerdant Robotics Offers Growers Targeted Application of Herbicides or Beneficials through SharpShooter™June 16, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Resources To Researchers For Applied ResearchJune 12, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Encourages Research into Producers QuestionsJune 5, 2026Cattle Producers Proud of Efforts Funded Through the Florida Cattle …
Weekly Livestock Market Report Week Ending 09-22-2023
Here are the weekly livestock market reports for Alabama, Florida, and Georgia, for the week ended September 22, 2023, compiled by the Livestock Market News Service for all three states. AL Livestock Market Report: At Alabama Livestock Auctions, for the week ended- September 22, 2023, receipts at 21 markets totaled an estimated 16,394 head compared to 17,869 last week and …
Efforts Being Made to Address Rural Veterinary Shortages
Lawmakers have reintroduced the Rural Veterinary Workforce Act, formerly known as the Veterinary Medicine Loan Repayment Program Enhancement Act. Introduced in both the House and Senate, the legislation would expand its reach. The Program helps increase access to food animal veterinary services in rural areas by assisting with the significant obstacle of educational debt. The legislation would end the federal …