Income-over-feed margin for May triggers fifth payment for 2019 WASHINGTON, (USDA/FSA) – The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Farm Service Agency (FSA) opened enrollment for the Dairy Margin Coverage (DMC) program on June 17 and has started issuing payments to producers who purchased coverage. Producers can enroll through Sept. 20, 2019. “Times have been especially tough for dairy farmers, and while we …
Examples of Cattle Health and Nutrition Research
Efforts among USDA research entities, land grant universities and private companies are resulting in new ways to improve cattle health and nutrition. Rod Bain has the story. Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Resources To Researchers For Applied ResearchJune 12, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Encourages Research into Producers QuestionsJune 5, 2026Cattle Producers Proud of Efforts Funded Through the Florida Cattle …
Mississippi Sued Over Fake-Meat Labeling Law
(NAFB) — A federal lawsuit is accusing Mississippi of violating free-speech rights by prohibiting makers of plant-based foods from using terms like “meatless meatballs” and “vegan bacon.” The lawsuit was filed last week by the Plant Based Foods Association and the Illinois-based Upton’s Naturals Company, which makes vegan-based products and sells them in many states, including Mississippi. The suit was …
Promoting Lean Beef to Florida Dieticians
The Florida Beef Council (FBC) will be in Marco Island later this week discussing lean beef during the Florida Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics Conference. DeAnne Maples, FBC director of beef marketing and promotion, wants to make sure dieticians have the most current information. Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Resources To Researchers For Applied ResearchJune 12, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Encourages Research into …
Pork and Beef Exports Rebound in May
(NAFB) — May exports of U.S. pork and beef were steady with last year’s strong volumes and increased year-over-year in value. The U.S. Meat Export Federation (USMEF) says pork exports totaled 218,000 metric tons in May, steady with last year’s pace, while value increased one percent to $567 million, the highest monthly value total since April 2018. For January through …
AJCA Round-Up Is Next Week
The 13th Annual Alabama Junior Cattlemen’s Association (AJCA) Round-Up will be held July 18-21 in Montgomery. Alabama Cattlemen’s Association’s new director of field services, Morgan Pounds, says there will be approximately 120 participants this year. Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Resources To Researchers For Applied ResearchJune 12, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Encourages Research into Producers QuestionsJune 5, 2026Cattle Producers Proud of …
Georgia Cattlemen to Hold Summer Conference
The Georgia Cattlemen’s Association (GCA) will hold its 9th Annual Summer Conference July 25-27 at the Ridges Resort in Hiawassee. GCA President Brent Galloway invites producers from across the state to attend. The event kicks off Thursday evening, July 25 with a reception, grill out and family fun. On Friday, July 26, business begins with committee meetings that are open to …
NCBA, State Affiliates Urge Congress to Ratify USMCA
WASHINGTON (NCBA) – The National Cattlemen’s Beef Association (NCBA) sent a letter signed by 39 of its state affiliates to U.S. Senate and House leaders urging them to support the swift ratification of the U.S.-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA). The letter to Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell, Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer, House Speaker Nancy Pelosi, and House Minority Leader Kevin McCarthy …
VSV Cases Reported in the U.S.
Last week, Colorado joined New Mexico and Texas as states affected by the vesicular stomatitis virus (VSV) infection after two horses displaying signs of the virus were tested and confirmed positive by the National Veterinary Services Laboratories in Ames, Iowa. Previously, New Mexico had two VSV cases confirmed while Texas also had two cases confirmed. Colorado, New Mexico and Texas are the …
Checking Out the New Dairy Margin Coverage Program
The signup period for the new Dairy Margin Coverage (DMC) started a couple of weeks ago, and producers are encouraged to check it out before the September 20th deadline. Stephanie Ho has more details. For more information, visit the farmers.gov DMC webpage or contact your local USDA service center. Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Resources To Researchers For Applied ResearchJune 12, 2026Florida …