By: Brad Buck, 352-294-3303, bradbuck@ufl.edu GAINESVILLE, Fla. — While beef already provides plenty of nutrients, a University of Florida scientist and her colleagues are starting to find that some beef cattle breeds might be healthier than others. Beef is an excellent source of vitamin B12 and a good source of protein, niacin, vitamin B6, iron, zinc and other nutrients, according …
Agri View: Favorite Food in the World
Everett Griner talks about the most popular food item in the world in today’s Agri View. Favorite Food in the World You know, you see a picture of a hamburger on the TV screen. You can just about bet that it will not be that big when you go in to order one. Still, you are buying the most popular …
Weekly Livestock Market Report
Here are the weekly livestock market reports for Alabama, Florida, and Georgia, for the week ended June 22, 2018, compiled by the Livestock Market News Service for all three states. AL Livestock Market Report: AL Livestock Market Report At Alabama Livestock Auctions for the Week ended Jun 22, 2018, receipts at 21 markets totaled an estimated 11,500 head compared to …
FCA Sweetheart Contest a Convention Highlight
For many years the Florida Cattlemen’s Association (FCA) Sweetheart contest has been a featured part of their convention each year. The winner of the contest serves as a promotional spokesman and ambassador for the industry for the coming year. Contestants are judged on their knowledge of the industry, their poise and ability to field questions from the public and media …
Canada Dairy Group Understanding of U.S. Frustrations
The largest dairy processor in Canada says President Trump “has a point” when it comes to dairy trade between the U.S. and Canada. Saputo Inc. told Reuters:“Canada should consider eliminating its Class 7 milk policy in order to renegotiate the North American Free Trade Agreement with the United States.” The CEO says he understands “the frustrations,” adding, “quite frankly I …
Plant-Based Milk Alternatives Changing Dairy Market
A new report from CoBank predicts continued double-digit growth in the plant-based milk alternatives market. The report says sales are up 61 percent over the past five years, with slower growth of 15 to 25 percent projected by 2022. Meanwhile, cow’s milk consumption continues a decades-long slump. However, a CoBank spokesperson says the total volume of alternative milk is “relatively …
Florida Cattlemen Learn about Legislative Issues
The 2018 Florida Cattlemen’s Association Convention and Trade Show continues at the Omni Orlando Resort at ChampionsGate. During this morning’s Board of Directors’ Meeting FCA Director of Governmental Affairs, Sam Ard, gave a legislative update. AgNet Media’s Gary Cooper talked with him. Florida Cattlemen Learn about Legislative Issues The 2018 Florida Cattlemen’s Association Convention & Trade Show runs through Thursday at the Omni Orlando Resort at ChampionsGate. Sponsored ContentFlorida …
Register Now for AJCA Round-Up
Online registration for the 12th Annual Alabama Junior Cattlemen’s Association Round-Up ends this Friday. So be sure to sign up now for the event coming up on July 19-22 in Montgomery. Michael Agar, director of industry relations and youth programs for the Alabama Cattlemen’s Association, said he is looking forward to the round-up. Register Now for AJCA Round-Up Sponsored ContentFlorida …
Florida Cattlemen’s Convention Underway
The 2018 Florida Cattlemen’s Association (FCA) Convention and Trade Show is underway at the Omni Orlando Resort at ChampionsGate. FCA Director of Field Services Dusty Holley says the association has various things scheduled, including evening events. Florida Cattlemen’s Convention Underway Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Helps to Support Forage Development and Management PracticesMarch 6, 2026CIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsMarch 1, 2026Florida …
USMEF Holding Latin American Product Showcase Next Week
The U.S. Meat Export Federation (USMEF) will hold its 2018 Latin American Product Showcase next week. Now in its eighth year, this highly successful event brings U.S. red meat exporters together with key buyers from throughout Central America, South America and the Caribbean. Joe Schuele has the details. USMEF Holding Latin American Product Showcase Next Week Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement …