The House Agriculture Committee met Wednesday to discuss dairy provisions in the Farm Bill. House Agriculture Committee Chairman David Scott (D-GA) says while the creation of the Dairy Margin Coverage program in the last farm bill has provided beneficial improvements, lawmakers must continue to ensure the dairy industry has a safety net that works. “This program provides more comprehensive coverage …
Georgia Cattlemen Invited to Connection Quarterly Meetings
The Georgia Cattlemen’s Association (GCA) invites producers across the state to take part in their upcoming Connection Quarterly Meetings. These meetings will be open to all members and prospective members, and are designed to offer an opportunity to attend educational seminars focusing on four main areas: Producer Education, Market Development, Community Engagement, and Legislative Representation. After a lunch, the meeting will continue with …
Cattle Market Reform Bill Passes Senate Agriculture Committee
The Cattle Price Discovery and Transparency Act passed out of the Senate Agriculture Committee. The legislation, sponsored by U.S. Senators Deb Fischer (R-Neb.), Chuck Grassley (R-Iowa), Jon Tester (D-Mont.), and Ron Wyden (D-Ore.) passed by a voice vote with only two no votes. The bill now moves to the Senate floor. The senators unveiled the updated version of the legislation back in …
Florida Beef Council Attends Event for Dieticians
An annual symposium for dieticians recently took place in Florida, and it was an event the Florida Beef Council (FBC) took part in. FBC Director of Education & Promotion, DeAnne Maples, explains why it was important for them to be involved and get the beef message out to those who attended. For more information about Beef Checkoff promotions in Florida, contact the FBC …
Georgia Beef Board Promoting Summer Grilling Season
Summer has officially arrived and the Georgia Beef Board (GBB), along with other Southeastern states, have started their Summer Grilling campaign. GBB Director of Public Relations, Taylor Evans, told Southeast AgNet’s Randall Weiseman the campaign actually kicked off earlier this month. For more information about Beef Checkoff promotions in Georgia, contact the GBB office in Macon at 478-474-1815. Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement …
Alabama Cattlemen Preparing for Various Summer Events
The Alabama Cattlemen’s Association (ACA) is preparing for a variety of events coming up this summer, which includes more of their Regional Cattlemen’s Cookouts. But the next big event, according to ACA Director of Education and Outreach Ali Cantrell, will be held this Friday in Montgomery. To learn more contact the ACA office in Montgomery at 334-265-1867, or go to their website, bamabeef.org. …
Perfect Storm of Conditions Behind Kansas Cattle Deaths
A myriad of weather events came together earlier this month in Southwest Kansas, which resulted in the deaths of over 2,000 head of cattle. Rod Bain has more details. Sponsored ContentFlorida 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, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides …
Study Shows Red Meat Exports Deliver Value to Corn, Soybean Producers
Record level red meat exports of $18.7 billion last year, had a major impact on the corn and soybean industries, according to an independent study by the Juday Group. The study quantified the returns that red meat exports brought to corn and soybean producers in 2021. Corn and soybean growers support the international promotion of U.S. pork, beef and lamb …
U.S. Dairy Industry Signs MOU to Continue Sustainability Commitment
The USDA and the Innovation Center for U.S. Dairy signed a Memorandum of Understanding to continue working toward the dairy industry’s 2050 environmental stewardship goals. The MOU also addresses growing consumer demand for food produced in a way that’s good for the planet. The MOU extends and builds upon a pact originally signed in 2008. “In renewing this agreement with …
Livestock Market Reports for Week Ended 06-17-2022
Here are the weekly livestock market reports for Alabama, Florida, and Georgia for the week ended June 17, 2022, compiled by the Livestock Market News Service for all three states. AL Livestock Market Report: At Alabama Livestock Auctions, for the week ended June 17, 2022, receipts at 21 markets totaled an estimated 10,500 head compared to 15,633 last week and …