The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) released their December Cattle on Feed Report last Friday, and the new figures indicate the number of cattle and calves on feed for the slaughter market in the United States for feedlots with capacity of 1,000 or more head totaled 12.0 million head on December 1, 2019, 2 percent above December 1, 2018. USDA livestock analyst Shayle …
USCA Disappointed in Lack of COOL in USMCA
The U.S. Cattlemen’s Association (USCA) expressed disappointment last week because country of origin labeling (COOL) was not included in the U.S.-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA). The group penned a letter to President Donald Trump following House passage of the USMCA implementing legislation. Leo McDonnell, USCA Director Emeritus, writes, “This administration promised to “Make America Great Again,” but it is becoming evident this …
Beef, It’s What’s For Dinner Wraps Up 2019
The iconic brand continues to celebrate beef as Americans’ favorite protein by highlighting its great taste, nutritional benefits, and stories about the people who raise it (NCBA) — Two years after it was relaunched, the Beef. It’s What’s For Dinner. brand has had a reach of more than 1 billion consumers with drool worthy and informative digital marketing and social media content. …
Weekly Livestock Market Report Week Ending 12-20-19
**This report will not be issued the next two weeks due to the markets being closed for the holidays** Here are the weekly livestock market reports for Alabama, Florida, and Georgia, for the week ended December 20, 2019, compiled by the Livestock Market News Service for all three states. AL Livestock Market Report: At Alabama Livestock Auctions for the week …
Pleased With House Passage of USMCA
Many in agriculture were quick to praise the U.S. House of Representatives’ approval of the U.S.-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA) Thursday, after the measure passed by a vote of 385-41. National Cattlemen’s Beef Association (NCBA) Director of International Trade and Market Access, Kent Bacus, said this agreement strengthens our trade relationships with Canada and Mexico. Bacus looks ahead to the agreement’s prospects in the U.S. Senate …
CattleFax to Provide Market Outlook at Cattle Industry Convention
The CattleFax Outlook Seminar will be one of the many sessions taking place during the 2020 Cattle Industry Convention and NCBA Trade Show February 5-7 in San Antonio. And according to CattleFax CEO, Randy Blach, the U.S. cattle industry is facing a whole new ball game in 2020 noting that exports are an especially large part of the picture for …
Florida Beef for the Holidays
The Florida Beef Council (FBC) is promoting various ideas where beef would make a great choice for any of your holiday meals and get-togethers. FBC Director of Education & Promotion, DeAnne Maples, says there are so many great recipes you can use for the holiday season. The Beef Drool Log is a video featuring a Prime Rib Roast cooking to perfection on a rotisserie over open …
Alabama Cattlemen Preparing for Annual Convention
Cattle producers from across Alabama are invited to a big event coming up in February. Alabama Cattlemen’s Association (ACA) Executive Vice President, Erin Beasley, invites producers to attend the annual ACA Convention and Trade Show, February 14-15 in Montgomery. Learn more about the annual Alabama Cattlemen’s Association Convention and Trade Show on the ACA website, bamabeef,org. Sponsored ContentUnited Dairy Farmers of …
Georgia Beef for the Holidays
The Georgia Beef Board (GBB) wants to remind everyone that beef would make a great meal choice for any of your holiday meals. GBB Director of Public Relations and Industry Information, Kaytlyn Malia, says they are working to highlight beef’s versatility and value this holiday season. The Beef Drool Log is a video featuring a Prime Rib Roast cooking to perfection on a rotisserie …
Adjustments in Beef Production, Price and Export Forecasts
The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s December reports reveal some adjustments to U.S. beef production, price and export forecasts for next year. Rod Bain has the details. Sponsored ContentUnited Dairy Farmers of Florida Director Encouraged About the FutureMarch 27, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Provided Opportunity To Highlight Difficult Farming SubjectMarch 20, 2026Valley Helps Growers Get The Most Out Of Every AcreMarch …