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The Florida Beef Council is looking ahead to an important week for the beef industry as National Beef Checkoff meetings take place during the 2026 CattleCon in Nashville, Tennessee. The meetings, held through the Cattlemen’s Beef Board, bring together industry leaders from across the country to evaluate how checkoff dollars are being invested and to help guide future priorities. Deanne …
The Florida Cattle Enhancement Board continues to provide vital funding for research, promotion, and educational efforts within the state’s beef industry. This support helps programs that aim to educate both the public and professionals about beef production, quality, and safety standards. Rick Hartman, chairman of the Florida Beef Council, highlighted some of the food service educational events made possible through …
Florida Beef Council Welcomes New Dietary Guidelines Emphasizing Protein and Whole Foods The Florida Beef Council is welcoming the release of the updated Dietary Guidelines for Americans, which place a strong emphasis on whole foods and high-quality protein. As conversations around nutrition and healthy lifestyles continue to grow, beef is once again being recognized as an important part of a …
As we approach 2026, the Florida Beef Council is encouraging consumers to think differently about their New Year’s resolutions—by putting nourishing, protein-rich foods like beef back on the plate. With many families juggling busy schedules, wellness goals, and the post-holiday slump, beef can play a valuable role in supporting energy, satiety, and balanced nutrition. To better understand how beef fits …
Florida Beef Council Sees Big Returns from Sam’s Club E-Commerce Campaign The Florida Beef Council continues to find innovative ways to promote beef to consumers, and a recent e-commerce campaign delivered impressive results. The campaign, which ran from August 15th through September 30th, was built specifically around the Sam’s Club e-commerce platform, targeting Florida consumers during a key seasonal shopping …
Florida Beef Council Celebrates a Strong 2025 Beef Promotion Year and Honors Key Leaders The Florida Beef Council (FBC) is wrapping up the 2025 beef promotion year, and it has truly been a period of growth, outreach, and collaboration. We caught up with Deanne Maples of the Florida Beef Council to gather her reflections on this year’s accomplishments and the …
How the Cattle Enhancement Board Strengthens the Work of the Florida Beef Council The Florida Beef Council (FBC) continues to elevate beef promotion and producer education across the state, thanks in large part to the support of the Florida Cattle Enhancement Board. According to Deanne Maples, this partnership has become essential in helping the Council expand its impact despite limited …
Florida Beef Council Preparing for Next Year’s Checkoff Programs The Florida Beef Council is working to ensure next year’s checkoff programs remain effective and impactful. We spoke with Deanne Maples with the Florida Beef Council to learn more about their year-end efforts and planning process. As Deanne explained, “We’re coming to the end of wrapping up a great year. We …
Florida Beef Council Highlights Fall Comfort Food with Beef Recipes With the arrival of cooler weather, many Floridians are turning their attention to hearty comfort food recipes that bring warmth and flavor to the table. DM Maples with the Florida Beef Council shared one of her favorite dishes for this time of year and encouraged consumers to explore new ways …
Florida Beef Council Brings the Ranch to NYC at Wine & Food Festival The Florida Beef Council recently helped spread the message of beef far beyond state lines, joining forces with the New York Beef Council and the National Veal Checkoff at the prestigious New York Wine and Food Festival. We caught up with Deanne Maples of the Florida Beef …
