cattlefax

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 …

cattle industry

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 …

trade

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 …

australia

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 …

florida beef council

Florida Beef Council Recaps Process For Next Year’s Checkoff Initiatives

Dan Beef, Cattle, Florida, Florida Beef Council (FBC), Marketing, National Cattlemen’s Beef Association (NCBA)

Florida Beef Council Participates in National Beef Industry Planning Each summer, the cattle industry gathers for the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association (NCBA) Summer Business Meeting. This year’s event, held in San Diego, brought together leaders from across the country, including representatives from the Florida Beef Council, to help shape the direction of the beef checkoff program for the upcoming fiscal …

USMEF

USMEF Talks Beef Trade at NCBA Summer Business Meeting

Dan Agri-Business, Beef, Cattle, Export/Import, Exports/Imports, National Cattlemen’s Beef Association (NCBA), Trade, U.S. Meat Export Federation (USMEF)

The US Meat Export Federation (USMEF) spoke to the attendees at the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association’s Summer Business Meeting in San Diego this past week and USMEF CEO Dan Halstrom provided some thoughts on the meeting. USMEF Vice President of Economic Analysis Erin Borror shared details on key policy issues impacting beef exports Dale Sandlin with Southeast AgNet reporting. Sponsored …

US Mexico Border

NCBA Reaction to Re-Closure of US Mexico Border Due to New World Screwworm

Dan Beef, Cattle, Export/Import, Exports/Imports, Marketing, National Cattlemen’s Beef Association (NCBA), Pest/Pest Control, Trade, USDA, USDA-APHIS

The National Cattlemen’s Beef Association (NCBA) is reacting to the announcement by the US Department of Agriculture again closing the US Mexico Border to shipments of livestock due to the threat of the New World Screwworm. Last week, a New World Screwworm case was reported in Veracruz, Mexico, approximately 370 miles south of the US Mexico border. NCBA CEO Colin …

policy priorities

NCBA Regional ESAP Winners Announced

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

The National Cattlemen’s Beef Association (NCBA) has announced the 2025 Regional Environmental Stewardship Award Winners. This year’s regional winners were recognized during the NCBA Summer Business Meeting in San Diego and highlighted six farms and ranches across the country. The 2025 Southeast Region winner is the M&D Overstreet Ranch in Kathleen, Florida. The other regional winners are Whispering Hills Farm …

One Big Beautiful Bill

Livestock Groups React to Passage of One Big Beautiful Bill

Dan Cattle, Economy, Legislative, National Cattlemen’s Beef Association (NCBA), National Pork Producers Council (NPPC), Pork

With the Senate’s passage of the One Big Beautiful Bill on July 1st, livestock groups are reacting to the news. Ethan Lane, Senior Vice President of Government Affairs with the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association said, “The Senate version of the One Big Beautiful Bill protects family farmers and ranchers across the country from a massive tax hike at the end …