U.S. Trade Representative Katherine Tai applauded the European Union’s announcement that it’s extending the suspension of tariffs on U.S. Goods. “For the past two years, the United States and European Union have engaged in critically important negotiations,” Tai said in a statement. “Our goal is to negotiate a forward-looking arrangement that will allow us to join forces economically to incentivize …
European Union Suspends Tariff on U.S. Peanut Butter
The European Union has announced they are suspending the tariff on U.S. peanut butter. Tyron Spearman has more details. Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Offers Unique Opportunity For Applied ResearchOctober 24, 2025Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Plays Major Role in Applied Beef Cattle ResearchOctober 17, 2025FCEB Recurring Funding Provides Opportunity for Longer Term Research ProjectsOctober 10, 2025
Livestock Trade Waiting on Reports
Livestock futures have been struggling as of late, but according to Mark Oppold, there are a variety of reports coming out this Friday that could change that trend. Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Offers Unique Opportunity For Applied ResearchOctober 24, 2025Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Plays Major Role in Applied Beef Cattle ResearchOctober 17, 2025FCEB Recurring Funding Provides Opportunity for Longer …
NAHMS Conducting Sheep Study in 2024
The USDA National Animal Health Monitoring System conducts a national sheep study approximately every 10 years, with the next one scheduled for next year. The Sheep 2024 Study will support industry groups and research efforts with new and valuable information on sheep health and management. The study consists of two phases and includes biological sampling and two questionnaires. A random …
Pork’s Strong Year Highlighted by Record Exports to Mexico
U.S. pork exports had another strong month in October, led by record-large shipments to Mexico and broad growth elsewhere. U.S. Meat Export Federation President and CEO, Dan Halstrom, details the latest export results. Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Offers Unique Opportunity For Applied ResearchOctober 24, 2025Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Plays Major Role in Applied Beef Cattle ResearchOctober 17, 2025FCEB Recurring …
A Look Back at the Cow That Stole Christmas
To most people, 20 years ago is a distant memory. It was the year that the business social media platform LinkedIn was launched, iTunes Music made its debut, and the iPhone was still four years away. For cattle producers, another landmark event came at the end of 2003: the first confirmed case of BSE in the United States was announced …
NRCS Invites Organic Producers to Apply for USDA Conservation Programs
The USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) encourages agricultural producers and forest landowners to participate in voluntary conservation programs and adopt climate-smart practices in fiscal year 2024. NRCS continuously accepts applications for the Environmental Quality Incentives Program, Conservation Stewardship Program and Agricultural Conservation Easement Program, which help a wide variety of producers, including organic producers. NRCS provides technical and financial assistance for …
Let a Conservation Easement Protect Your Agricultural Land in Florida
Agricultural landowners in Florida are being reminded if you want to protect the integrity of your property, the USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) hopes you will consider a conservation easement. Applications for these easements are accepted year-round, but applying for Fiscal Year 2024 funding is being accepted until December 31, 2023. The Agricultural Conservation Easement Program (ACEP) protects the agricultural viability and related …
Simpson Announces Further Ranchland Protection
The Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services Commissioner, Wilton Simpson, announced this week the protection of over 2,000 acres of Florida ranchland through the department’s Rural and Family Lands Protection Program. In an exclusive interview with Southeast AgNet, Commissioner Simpson shares more about the important role that ranching plays in Florida conservation. Following “approval by the Governor and Cabinet, …
GBB Gears up for Christmas
The Georgia Beef Board is gearing up for the Christmas season with beef on the menu. Learn more as GBB’s Caitlin Jackson shares beef’s holiday possibilities. Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Offers Unique Opportunity For Applied ResearchOctober 24, 2025Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Plays Major Role in Applied Beef Cattle ResearchOctober 17, 2025FCEB Recurring Funding Provides Opportunity for Longer Term Research …