The Georgia Beef Board is gearing up for “the best beef month ever” says Caitlin Jackson, GBB Checkoff Programs Coordinator. Listen below as Caitlin shares more.
ACA to Hold High School Beef Cook Off
The Alabama Cattlemen’s Association (ACA) is hosting the Alabama Junior and Senior High School Beef Cook off April 12. ACA Director of Consumer Outreach, Josie Jones shares more.
FBC Reports Stellar BEEF Promotion at SBWFF
The Florida Beef Council reports stellar BEEF promotion at South Beach Wine and Food Festival in Miami. As the premier event for celebrity chefs and foodies, beef had a spotlight thanks to the Florida Beef Council. FBC’s Deanne Maples shares more.
Farm Bank Lending Increased in 2023
Agricultural loan demand increased in 2023, and agricultural lending by U.S. farm banks grew 6.7 percent to $110 billion. The American Bankers Association’s (ABA) annual Farm Bank Performance Report credits elevated production costs, commodity price volatility, and a return to pre-COVID levels of direct government payments. The ABA says farm banks continued to enjoy solid performance in 2023, with robust …
Grain Traders Tracking Issues Abroad
Many agricultural traders continue to keep an eye on various issues in other countries that affect the markets. Mark Oppold has more details.
An Eye on Argentina’s Peanut Production
Argentina is a serious producer of peanuts and one that U.S. producers certainly keep an eye on. Tyron Spearman has more.
Beef on Dairy: Selecting Traits to Optimize Value
The beef on dairy cross is proving to be a valuable avenue for dairymen to generate revenue with calves not intended to be replacements in the milking herd. Blake Foraker, Washington State University assistant professor of meat science shares more.
Georgians Recognized at AQHA Convention
Georgians were well represented at the American Quarter Horse Association Convention last week in Las Vegas. The Windy Hill Ranch from Waynesboro received the 50-Year Legacy Breeder Recognition for their commitment to raising and registering “America’s Horse” for over five decades. Focusing on raising high-quality all-around horses, Windy Hill Ranch was led by J.W. “Squat” and Betty Bailey. Highlighted during …
Upcoming ACA Field Day for Youth
The Alabama Junior Cattlemen’s Association’s North Alabama Spring Junior Cattlemen’s Field Day will be held April 10, 2024 in Rainsville, AL. The event is free for attendees. ACA Director of Field Service Reid McGuire shares more. Click here for more information.
Checkoff Transparency: What It Takes to Receive Checkoff Funding
The Beef Checkoff is a valuable investment for producers. Driving demand for beef, checkoff dollars are not “free money” for contractors. Cattlemen’s Beef Board Senior Director of Evaluation and Outreach, Beka Wall shares more.