Milk Production

USDA Releases Milk Production and Price Forecast

Dan Dairy, Marketing, USDA

USDA Forecasts Higher Milk Production for 2025 and 2026 The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has released its latest projections for milk production in 2025 and 2026, signaling continued growth in the U.S. dairy industry. According to World Agricultural Outlook Board Chairman Mark Jekanowski, updated milk production reports and key economic factors have driven the USDA to raise both near- …

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USDA AMS Solicitation for Peanut Butter

Dan Agri-Business, USDA, USDA-AMS

USDA Seeks Bids for 9.4 Million Pounds of Peanut Butter for Child Nutrition Program The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS) has announced a major solicitation for peanut butter production aimed at supporting both the Child Nutrition Program and the Domestic Food Distribution System. The new solicitation highlights continued government investment in U.S. agriculture while aiding nutrition programs …

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New Study on Red Meat and Obesity Shows No Link

Dan Beef, Cattle, Economy, National Cattlemen’s Beef Association (NCBA)

Beef Checkoff Research Finds No Link Between Unprocessed Red Meat and Obesity New research funded by the beef checkoff adds to the growing body of evidence that supports fresh beef as part of a healthy, sustainable diet. This study, conducted by Texas Tech University, challenges long-held assumptions about red meat and its impact on obesity. “Animal-sourced foods like red meat …

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New Staff Member At Alabama Cattlemen’s

Dan Alabama, Alabama Cattlemen’s Association (ACA), Beef, Cattle, Marketing

Bailey Watson Joins Alabama Cattlemen’s Association to Lead Youth Programs and Beef Marketing The Alabama Cattlemen’s Association (ACA) is proud to announce a new addition to its dedicated team. Executive Vice President Erin Beasley shared her excitement about introducing Bailey Watson to cattle producers across Alabama. “Very happy to add Bailey Watson to our team here at the Alabama Cattlemen’s …

farmers

Farmers Applaud Common-Sense Fix for Diesel Engines

Dan Agri-Business, American Farm Bureau Federation (AFBF), Environment

Farm Bureau Praises EPA’s Revised Diesel Exhaust Fluid Guidelines In a major win for farmers and transporters across the country, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has announced revisions to Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) guidelines for manufacturers of heavy trucks and off-road equipment. The move is being widely praised by the agricultural community, including the American Farm Bureau Federation (AFBF), which …

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NCBA Scores Legal Victory Protecting Cattle Producers from Emissions Reporting Requirements

Dan Beef, Cattle, Environment, National Cattlemen’s Beef Association (NCBA)

In a major legal win for U.S. cattle producers, the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association (NCBA) secured a favorable ruling from the U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia. The decision affirms exemptions from complex air emissions reporting requirements under two federal environmental laws, shielding family farms and ranches from regulatory overreach. For years, NCBA and other livestock groups have …

peanut butter

National Peanut Board Invests $38 Million to Eradicate Peanut Allergies

Dan National Peanut Board, Peanuts, Research

Believe it or not, the peanut farmers of America have invested 38 million dollars in research and education driving toward the eradication of peanut allergies. This historic commitment is being realized through the National Peanut Board’s Food Allergy Research Grant Program, which continues to gain momentum in 2025. The program is focused on advancing peanut allergy prevention, diagnosis, treatment, and …

Georgia Beef Board

Georgia Beef Board Welcomes New Checkoff Program Coordinator

Dan Agri-Business, Beef, Cattle, Georgia, Georgia Beef Board (GBB), Marketing

The Georgia Beef Board is pleased to welcome Wyatt Doolittle as the new Checkoff Program Coordinator, bringing fresh energy and a strong background in cattle production, finance, and agriculture marketing to the role. We spoke with Wyatt to learn more about his background and what he’s looking forward to as he begins his work with Georgia’s cattle producers and consumers. …

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Florida Beef Council Scores Big at MLB Speedway Classic with Regional Promotion

Dan Beef, Cattle, Florida, Florida Beef Council (FBC), Marketing

The Florida Beef Council’s recent promotion at the MLB Speedway Classic in Bristol, Tennessee was a resounding success, drawing crowds and beef lovers from all over the country. The event, which made history as the first Major League Baseball game ever held in Tennessee, also set an attendance record, making it a prime opportunity for beef industry outreach. We spoke …

Young Cattlemen’s Leadership Program

Young Cattlemen’s Leadership Program Experiences Hands-On Learning Across Alabama

Dan Alabama, Alabama Cattlemen’s Association (ACA), Beef, Cattle, Education

The Alabama Cattlemen’s Association recently hosted an impactful weekend for participants in the Young Cattlemen’s Leadership Program (YCLP), offering valuable exposure to real-world cattle operations, custom meat processing, and leadership development. We spoke with Michael Smith of the Alabama Cattlemen’s to learn more about the experience and what attendees took away from this enriching event. “We actually had just an …