GAINESVILLE, FL (UF/IFAS) — If Hurricane Dorian makes landfall mid-way up Florida’s Atlantic Coast – as many models predicted Thursday afternoon – the storm could devastate not only Central Florida tourist destinations, but also the region’s agricultural areas, which include significant acreage devoted to citrus, vegetable, ornamental plant and cattle production. Economists and Extension faculty with the University of Florida …
Researchers Assemble Genomic “Jigsaw” of Cow Gut Microbes
MADISON, WISCONSIN (ARS)—Using high-tech tools, Agricultural Research Service (ARS) scientists and their cooperators have taken a deep dive into the microbial “soup” of the cow’s rumen, the first of four stomach chambers where tough plant fibers are turned into nutrients and energy. Ultimately, such efforts could lead to new ways of ensuring the health and wellbeing of cows as well …
Call For Investigation into Cattle Markets
It’s been noted that after the recent fire at Tyson Foods facility in Holcomb, Kansas, the beef processor has boosted margins for other processors. The Tyson Foods facility represents about five percent of the U.S. daily slaughter, or roughly 6,000 head of cattle. The fire did cause the facility to close until repairs are made. But according to Reuters, the …
NCBA on Agreement in Principle with Japan
This past weekend, it was announced that the U.S. and Japan had agreed in principle on a trade deal that will include agriculture and improve access for U.S. beef in Japan. National Cattlemen’s Beef Association (NCBA) Senior Director of International Trade, Kent Bacus, discusses the announcement and what it really means for U.S. beef exports to Japan. Bacus says getting a deal done with …
Florida Beef for Back-to-School Lunches
It is back-to-school time again across Florida, and many parents are looking for great ideas for lunches they pack for their students. Florida Beef Council Director of Beef Marketing and Promotion DeAnne Maples says this is something she deals with, just like many other families. She offers some terrific lunchbox ideas. Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Helps to Support Forage …
Bama’s Best Burger Contest Finalists
Finalists for the 2019 Bama’s Best Burger Contest have been announced, and the next step in the annual Beef Checkoff promotion will soon be underway. Ali Cantrell, Alabama Cattlemen’s Association director of education and outreach, has the details. Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Helps to Support Forage Development and Management PracticesMarch 6, 2026CIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsMarch 1, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement …
Georgia Beef Checkoff at Various Events
Beef producers across Georgia are invited to take part in the final Regional Roundup meetings. According to Georgia Beef Board’s Kaytlyn Malia, one will be held tonight, Aug. 27. Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Helps to Support Forage Development and Management PracticesMarch 6, 2026CIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsMarch 1, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Offers Targeted Research for Florida Cattle IndustryFebruary 20, …
Agreement in Principle with Japan Tremendous News for U.S. Pork and Beef Industries
This past weekend, it was announced that the U.S. and Japan had agreed in principle on a trade deal that will greatly improve access for U.S. red meat in Japan. U.S. Meat Export Federation (USMEF) Joe Schuele has more details. Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Helps to Support Forage Development and Management PracticesMarch 6, 2026CIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsMarch 1, 2026Florida …
Record High Aug. 1 Cattle Feedlot Inventory
The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s latest Cattle on Feed Report shows 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 was 11.1 million head on Aug. 1, 2019. The inventory was slightly above Aug. 1, 2018. According to a story from Gary Crawford, beef …
Alabama Beef Short Course Continues
New cattle producers are invited to attend the Alabama Cooperative Extension System’s new Beef Systems Short Course. The short course is a multi-night lecture series covering the fundamentals of beef production and is geared toward new and limited experience producers. Over four nights, producers will learn how to run a profitable beef production. There is a $40 registration fee, and all …