Big Trade Surplus in Most Red Meats

Right now, the U.S. is seeing a big trade surplus in most red meat categories. But according to a story from Gary Crawford, that does not include beef. We may actually import more beef this year than we export. USDA Economist Bart Kenner looks at the U.S. red meat import situation during the first eight months of the 2020 fiscal …

NCBA Kicks Off Campaign to Generate Dietary Guidelines Comments

WASHINGTON (July 22, 2020) – The National Cattlemen’s Beef Association (NCBA) launched a nationwide grassroots campaign today to highlight the #BenefitsofBeef and is calling on cattle producers to submit public comments in support of federal dietary guidelines that recognize beef’s role in a healthy diet. The Dietary Guidelines Advisory Committee (DGAC) released its Scientific Report last week, laying the groundwork …

Elanco Receives Approval for Bayer Animal Health Acquisition

Elanco Animal Health Incorporated has received unanimous approval from the U.S. Federal Trade Commission for its acquisition of Bayer Animal Health, a division of Bayer AG. The FTC decision represents the final antitrust clearance needed to complete the transaction, which continues on track for closing at the beginning of August. Elanco CEO Jeff Simmons says the approval “marks the near-final …

Red Meat Exports are Valuable to U.S. Corn, Soybeans

Since 2015, indirect exports of corn and soybeans through beef and pork exports has been the fastest-growing category of corn and soybean use, delivering critical returns for corn and soybean farmers. This week, the U.S. Meat Export Federation (USMEF) released an updated version of the independent study aimed at quantifying the value red meat exports provide to U.S. corn and …

Florida Beef Council Pleased With Results of New Study

The beef industry is excited about the results of a new study that was conducted with lean beef. Sarah Krieger, a registered dietician who works with the Florida Beef Council (FBC), says the study shows individuals can have the flexibility to include up to six ounces of lean unprocessed beef daily. It will not increase any risk factors for heart …

Georgia Promoting Summer Beef Campaign

The summer grilling season continues and Georgia Beef Board (GBB) Executive Vice President, Dale Sandlin, says they are still focusing on their social media campaign, United We Steak. He told Southeast AgNet’s Randall Weiseman they are also working on planning for Atlanta Burger Week. Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Critical Funding To Enhance Brahman GeneticsApril 24, 2026Strong Relationship Exists …

Talking Beef at Alabama Grocers Association Convention

The Alabama Grocers Association Annual Convention will be held July 26 through 28 in Destin, Florida. Those attending will learn more about the beef industry. Alabama Cattlemen’s Association (ACA) Director of Education and Outreach, Ali Cantrell, says she wants to push the beef, it’s what’s for dinner, message. Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Critical Funding To Enhance Brahman GeneticsApril …

Most Meat Production Expected to Increase

A July report from the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is projecting production increases in most meat sectors. Stephanie Ho has the story. Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Critical Funding To Enhance Brahman GeneticsApril 24, 2026Strong Relationship Exists Between the Florida Cattle Enhancement Board and UF-IFASApril 17, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Funding For Quicker Response to Research QuestionsApril …

Study Quantifies Value of Red Meat Exports to U.S. Corn, Soybeans

Since 2015, indirect exports of corn and soybeans through beef and pork exports has been the fastest-growing category of corn and soybean use, delivering critical returns for corn and soybean farmers. These producers support the international promotion of U.S. beef, pork and lamb by investing a portion of their checkoff dollars in market development efforts conducted by the U.S. Meat …