Ag Commissioner Issues Emergency Rule to Further Protect Florida Livestock from Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza

Dan Avian Influenza, Cattle, FDACS, Florida, Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS), Livestock, Poultry

(FDACS/TALLAHASSEE, FL/April 12, 2024) — In addition to previously issued safety protocols and polices, and in response to USDA confirmed cases of Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI) in domestic livestock in eight states, Florida Commissioner of Agriculture Wilton Simpson issued Emergency Rule 5CER24-4. The Emergency Rule imposes specific restrictions on the importation of cattle into Florida to prevent the spread of HPAI, commonly …

NCBA: Discontinued Cattle Report Will Impact Industry

Will Jordan Industry, Livestock, Livestock News

The recent announcement by USDA NASS that the July Cattle Report will be discontinued has drawn criticism from the industry. National Cattlemen’s Beef Association’s senior director of government affairs, Tanner Beymer shares more. Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsNovember 1, 2024Nuseed Carinata Covers New GroundOctober 1, 2024TriEst Ag Group: Partners in ProfitabilityApril 1, 2024

First of its Kind Water Saving Pilot Project in Alabama

Dan Alabama, Alabama Cooperative Extension System (ACES), Cattle, Livestock, USDA-NRCS

Watersheds are the natural source of water for every living thing and require ongoing conservation measures to ensure everyone thrives. So, the USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service in Alabama (NRCS-AL) continues working with local soil and water conservation districts, local government agencies and land grant research institutions to explore innovative methods that help offset the effects of climate change and build resiliency …

Officials Collecting Vital Data on Bird Flu/Dairy Situation

Will Jordan Industry, Livestock, Livestock News

USDA officials are collecting massive amounts of data, and using that to make better decisions during the current HPAI outbreak. Rosemary Sifford of USDA APHIS shares more. Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsNovember 1, 2024Nuseed Carinata Covers New GroundOctober 1, 2024TriEst Ag Group: Partners in ProfitabilityApril 1, 2024

Hay and Cattle in Drought

Dan Cattle, Drought, Drought, Pasture

When it comes to drought coverage for hay and cattle production areas, things are looking much better this spring than they were last fall. USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey has more information. Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsNovember 1, 2024Nuseed Carinata Covers New GroundOctober 1, 2024TriEst Ag Group: Partners in ProfitabilityApril 1, 2024

FBC Promoting Beef to Young Leaders

Will Jordan Florida Beef Council (FBC), Industry, Livestock, Livestock News

Connecting with future purchasers of beef thorugh youth consumer activities is important and Florida Beef Council knows this. FBC recently collaborated with the Florida FCCLA organization to host a beef workshop. FBC board member Kylie Philipps shares more. Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsNovember 1, 2024Nuseed Carinata Covers New GroundOctober 1, 2024TriEst Ag Group: Partners in ProfitabilityApril 1, 2024

ACA Works to Ensure the Future of Beef Industry

Will Jordan Alabama Cattlemen’s Association (ACA), Industry, Livestock, Livestock News

The Alabama Cattlemen’s Association and Alabama Beef Checkoff understand the importance of an investment in youth. One investment they are making is into the AJCA Youth Field Days. ACA Director of Field Services, Reid McGuire, shares more. Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsNovember 1, 2024Nuseed Carinata Covers New GroundOctober 1, 2024TriEst Ag Group: Partners in ProfitabilityApril 1, 2024

GBB Rolling Out Resource for Beef Education

Will Jordan Georgia Beef Board (GBB), Industry, Livestock, Livestock News

The Georgia Beef Board and several collaborative partners are rolling out Cattle Educational Trunks as a resource for educators. GBB’s Caitlin Jackson shares more. Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsNovember 1, 2024Nuseed Carinata Covers New GroundOctober 1, 2024TriEst Ag Group: Partners in ProfitabilityApril 1, 2024