The April Cattle on Feed Report from USDA came out last Friday. Listen in as USDA Livestock Analyst, Shayle Shagam shares key insights. Sponsored ContentFlorida Senator Shares Origins of Florida Cattle Enhancement BoardNovember 14, 2025CIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsNovember 8, 2025Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Plays Critical Role To Extend ResearchNovember 7, 2025
Weekly Livestock Market Report Week Ending 04-19-2024
Here are the weekly livestock market reports for Alabama, Florida, and Georgia, for the week ended April 19, 2024, compiled by the Livestock Market News Service for all three states. AL Livestock Market Report: At Alabama Livestock Auctions, for the week ended April 19, 2024, receipts at 16 markets totaled an estimated 12,195 head compared to 12,024 last week and …
April Milk and Meat Prices Outlook
A look at milk products and classes as well as meat prices outlooks from USDA for April with World Agricultural Outlook Board Chair Mark Jekanowski. Sponsored ContentFlorida Senator Shares Origins of Florida Cattle Enhancement BoardNovember 14, 2025CIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsNovember 8, 2025Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Plays Critical Role To Extend ResearchNovember 7, 2025
New Online Tools for Agricultural Producers
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has announced a new Livestock Indemnity Program (LIP) Decision Tool and farm loan resources available for agricultural producers looking to access USDA disaster assistance and farm loan programs. The LIP Decision Tool helps producers who suffered losses, while the optional decision tool gives the producers guidance on needed documentation. USDA Farm Service Agency (FSA) Administrator Zach Ducheneaux said, …
Forecasting April Meat Production
How are U.S. animal protein sectors performing? Mark Jekanowski, World Agricultural Outlook Board Chair, discusses beef, pork, and broiler production in USDA’s latest forecasts. Sponsored ContentFlorida Senator Shares Origins of Florida Cattle Enhancement BoardNovember 14, 2025CIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsNovember 8, 2025Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Plays Critical Role To Extend ResearchNovember 7, 2025
Possible Signs of Cows Being Held Back for Breeding
Breeding is a critical aspect of managing a cattle operation, whether it’s for dairy or beef production. Selecting the right cows for breeding ensures the continued health, productivity, and profitability of the herd. However, identifying cows that are being held back for breeding requires a keen eye and an understanding of the subtle signs that may indicate they are being …
Update: HPAI Cases in LivestockÂ
Producers still have concerns about HPAI detections in livestock. Find more information from USDA APHIS here. Sponsored ContentFlorida Senator Shares Origins of Florida Cattle Enhancement BoardNovember 14, 2025CIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsNovember 8, 2025Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Plays Critical Role To Extend ResearchNovember 7, 2025
DMC Enrollment Closing Soon
Dairy producers that utilize USDA FSA’s Dairy Margin Coverage should complete program enrollment soon. The enrollment period ends on April 29, 2024. For more information on the program click here. Sponsored ContentFlorida Senator Shares Origins of Florida Cattle Enhancement BoardNovember 14, 2025CIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsNovember 8, 2025Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Plays Critical Role To Extend ResearchNovember 7, 2025
Dairy Defined Podcast: Biosecurity Top-of-Mind with HPAI
At the top of every dairy farmer’s mind right now is biosecurity and how to achieve it. The various cases of Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI) found in dairy cattle in several states has many concerned. In a new Dairy Defined Podcast Karen Jordan, a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine, chairwoman of the National Dairy FARM Program’s animal care task force, …
GCA Prepares for Producer’s Texas Tour
The Georgia Cattlemen’s Association (GCA) is preparing for its Texas Tour for producers. I visited with Dale Sandlin, GCA Executive Vice President, to learn more. Sponsored ContentFlorida Senator Shares Origins of Florida Cattle Enhancement BoardNovember 14, 2025CIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsNovember 8, 2025Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Plays Critical Role To Extend ResearchNovember 7, 2025