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Alabama Cattlemen’s Hosts Region 2 Meeting

Dan Alabama Cattlemen’s Association (ACA), Beef, Cattle, Industry, National Cattlemen’s Beef Association (NCBA)

Alabama Cattlemen’s Association Hosts Region 2 Beef Leadership Meeting This week, the Alabama Cattlemen’s Association is hosting a key meeting for cattle industry leaders and beef councils from across the Southeast. The gathering will bring together representatives from eight states that make up Region 2 of the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association (NCBA). We caught up with Erin Beasley, who shared …

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Study Finds No Causative Link Between Beef and Obesity

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

Texas Tech Study Finds No Link Between Beef Consumption and Obesity A new peer-reviewed study funded by the Beef Checkoff and the Texas Beef Council offers promising news for beef lovers: there is no significant link between beef consumption and obesity. The research, conducted by scientists at Texas Tech University, aimed to evaluate the full scope of scientific literature available …

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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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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 …

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Livestock Producers Eye Upcoming MAHA Report with Optimism

Dan Agri-Business, Beef, Cattle, Marketing, National Cattlemen’s Beef Association (NCBA)

The second Make America Healthy Again (MAHA) report is expected to be released soon, and livestock producers are watching closely. We spoke with Sigrid Johannes, Senior Director of Government Affairs at the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association (NCBA), to get insight on what the cattle industry should anticipate from the upcoming publication. Johannes notes that the first MAHA report, released in …

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NCBA Supports HELP Act to Protect Livestock Haulers from Burdensome Regulations

Dale Sandlin Cattle, National Cattlemen’s Beef Association (NCBA)

The National Cattlemen’s Beef Association (NCBA) has voiced strong support for the newly introduced Hauling Exemptions for Livestock Protection (HELP) Act, a legislative effort led by Representative Jeff Hurd of Colorado. This critical bill addresses growing concerns within the livestock transportation industry by seeking to permanently exempt livestock haulers from burdensome Hours of Service (HOS) rules and Electronic Logging Device …

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Cattle Industry Reaction to USTR 301 Investigation of Brazil

Dan Beef, Cattle, Economy, Export/Import, Instagram, Marketing, National Cattlemen’s Beef Association (NCBA), Tariff, Trade

The Office of the U.S. Trade Representative (USTR) has initiated a Section 301 investigation into Brazil’s unfair trade practices, with a sharp focus on agricultural products—especially beef. Southeast AgNet’s Dale Sandlin sat down with Kent Backus, Executive Director of Government Affairs at the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association (NCBA), to discuss the implications for the U.S. cattle industry and the broader …

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Breaking Down Trade Deal Implications on Livestock Sector

Dan Beef, Cattle, Economy, Export/Import, Instagram, Marketing, National Cattlemen’s Beef Association (NCBA), Tariff, Trade

As global trade negotiations intensify, recent developments have stirred optimism across the U.S. livestock industry. Kent Backus, Executive Director of Government Affairs at the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association (NCBA), shared insights into how emerging trade deals and impending tariff deadlines could reshape market access for American beef producers. Rising Pressure Ahead of August 1 Tariff Deadline According to Backus, a …

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Deeper Dive on Australia Opening Market to US Beef

Dan Beef, Cattle, Export/Import, Exports/Imports, National Cattlemen’s Beef Association (NCBA), Tariff, Trade

A Long-Awaited Breakthrough for American Beef Producers Following last week’s landmark announcement that Australia will finally open its market to U.S. beef imports, Kent Bacus, Executive Director of Government Affairs at the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association (NCBA), offered key insights into the development. This decision marks the resolution of a trade issue that has lingered for two decades, despite a …

Black Vulture Relief Act

Black Vulture Relief Act Advances Through House Committee

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

The House Natural Resources Committee has advanced the Black Vulture Relief Act of 2025, bringing cattle producers one step closer to improved protection for their herds. The bill is a response to growing concerns over black vulture attacks on newborn livestock across the southeastern United States. Simplifying Predator Control for Ranchers If passed, the Black Vulture Relief Act would allow …