USDA Taking Comments on Product of USA Label

The Department of Agriculture is accepting public comment on a policy that allows foreign beef to be labeled as “Product of USA” if inspected in the United States. The comment period opened last week following a petition by the American Grassfed Association and the Organization for Competitive Markets. The petition demands the Food Safety Inspection Service policy be changed to …

Team Beef Florida Growing

The Florida Beef Council continues to support the Team Beef program in the state. During last week’s Florida Cattlemen’s Convention, Erin Freel, ambassador for Team Beef Florida , provided members with an update on the program. AgNet Media’s Gary Cooper caught up with Erin to talk about how the program has grown. Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Encourages Research into Producers …

New Staff Member for Alabama Cattlemen’s Association

The Alabama Cattlemen’s Association (ACA) announced a few months ago it would hire a person to fill the position of director of education and outreach. And according to ACA Executive Vice President Erin Beasley, that person is now on staff. Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Encourages Research into Producers QuestionsJune 5, 2026Cattle Producers Proud of Efforts Funded Through the Florida Cattle …

Georgia Beef Board Announces New Website

If you haven’t been to the Georgia Beef Board’s website (georgiabeef.org,) lately, then you are invited to visit the newly updated site. Kaytlyn Malia says it’s now a much better resource for consumers. Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Encourages Research into Producers QuestionsJune 5, 2026Cattle Producers Proud of Efforts Funded Through the Florida Cattle Enhancement BoardMay 29, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement …

UF Beef Researcher Tries to Find Healthier Cattle

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 …

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 …