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The National Cattlemen’s Beef Association’s CattleCon 26 is coming up February 3rd through the 5th in Nashville, Tennessee, and this year’s event promises to deliver far more than education alone. In addition to industry-leading learning opportunities and valuable networking, CattleCon will feature an exciting entertainment lineup that celebrates the heart of Music City. We caught up with Kristen Torres with …
UGA Extension Shares Weed Control Tips as Grazing Season Approaches As livestock producers begin evaluating grazing considerations and making management decisions for the upcoming season, early weed control is emerging as a key priority. To help producers plan ahead, Dr. Lisa Baxter with the University of Georgia shared recommendations focused on proactive pasture and hay field management. “The summer weeds …
Florida Beef Council Welcomes New Dietary Guidelines Emphasizing Protein and Whole Foods The Florida Beef Council is welcoming the release of the updated Dietary Guidelines for Americans, which place a strong emphasis on whole foods and high-quality protein. As conversations around nutrition and healthy lifestyles continue to grow, beef is once again being recognized as an important part of a …
Alabama Legislative Session Begins with Focus on Budgets and a Fast Timeline The Alabama legislative session begins this week in Montgomery, and agricultural groups are closely watching how lawmakers approach the final year of the quadrennium. Ahead of the session, Erin Beasley with the Alabama Cattlemen’s Association shared insight into what producers can expect as legislators convene. “We are entering …
USMEF Reports Strong Export Momentum for Beef and Pork in October 2025 The U.S. Meat Export Federation (USMEF) is highlighting strong export performance for U.S. beef and pork in October 2025, pointing to continued global demand and encouraging momentum across several key international markets. USMEF President and CEO Dan Halstrom said October was one of the most optimistic months of …
Superior Livestock Opens the Year with Strong Cattle Demand Superior Livestock’s first major sale of the new year is sending a clear signal about the strength of the cattle market, as feeders showed they are not shying away from bidding what it takes to secure cattle. The company kicked off 2026 with its Bell Ringer video auction, hosted out of …
Livestock Groups React to New 2025 Dietary Guidelines for Americans Following the announcement of the new 2025–2030 Dietary Guidelines for Americans, livestock organizations are welcoming the updated recommendations, which place a stronger emphasis on protein at every meal and the inclusion of full-fat dairy as part of a healthy, balanced diet. Industry leaders say the changes better reflect current nutrition …
Here are the weekly livestock market reports for Alabama, Florida, and Georgia for the week ended January 9, 2026, compiled by the Livestock Market News Service for all three states. AL Livestock Market Report: At Alabama Livestock Auctions, for the week ended January 9, 2026, receipts at 16 markets totaled 10,781 head compared to 0 last week due to markets …
Florida Cattle Producers Ensure Research-Focused Funding Through Cattle Enhancement Board Florida cattle producers have taken a deliberate approach to ensure that funding generated for the Florida Cattle Enhancement Board (FCEB) is directed almost entirely toward research, rather than being absorbed by administrative costs. This structure has helped build trust with lawmakers, researchers, and producers while maximizing the impact of every …
NCBA CattleCon 2026 Offers Expanded Educational Opportunities for Cattle Producers The National Cattlemen’s Beef Association (NCBA) will host its annual CattleCon in Nashville, Tennessee, Feb. 3-5, bringing together cattle producers from across the country for education, networking, and industry updates. In addition to the traditional trade show and classroom-style sessions, NCBA is expanding hands-on learning opportunities this year by taking …
