Efforts Continue against the EPA’s WOTUS Rule

Many in agriculture continue efforts to fight the Environmental Protection Agency’s Waters of the U.S. rule, or WOTUS. And that includes the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association, as their Environmental Counsel, Scott Yager, discusses how they are still working to de-fund WOTUS through legislative efforts. Download Audio Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2026FL Cattle Enhancement Board Wraps up Funding YearJune …

Study Finds University Extension Program Keeps Farmers in Business

A recent study says federal cooperative extension programs at land-grant universities help farmers stay in business. Download Audio Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2026FL Cattle Enhancement Board Wraps up Funding YearJune 30, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Awarded Researcher Discusses New World Screwworm OverviewJune 19, 2026Verdant Robotics Offers Growers Targeted Application of Herbicides or Beneficials through SharpShooter™June 16, 2026

Lower Retail Beef and Pork Prices Expected

Good news for food shoppers, as prices could rise much less than had been expected this year. And one reason why, is both retail beef and pork prices are expected to drop. Download Audio Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2026FL Cattle Enhancement Board Wraps up Funding YearJune 30, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Awarded Researcher Discusses New World Screwworm OverviewJune …

American Sheep Industry Association Continues Push for Pricing Rules

The American Sheep Industry Association continues to press USDA for a resolution regarding Livestock Mandatory Reporting rules and regulations. Download Audio Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2026FL Cattle Enhancement Board Wraps up Funding YearJune 30, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Awarded Researcher Discusses New World Screwworm OverviewJune 19, 2026Verdant Robotics Offers Growers Targeted Application of Herbicides or Beneficials through SharpShooter™June …

Pleased with Atlanta Burger Week Promotion

Burger lovers in the Atlanta area enjoyed last week as the Atlanta Burger Week promotion took place at various locations. And director of public relations for the Georgia Beef Board, Kaytlyn Malia, says it was an incredibly successful promotion. Download Audio Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2026FL Cattle Enhancement Board Wraps up Funding YearJune 30, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board …

Alabama Cattlemen Continue to Watch Legislative Session

With just a few days left, the Alabama Cattlemen’s Association continues to watch the 2016 Alabama Legislative Session. And Dr. Billy Powell talks about one bill being discussed this year concerning an increase in the state’s gas and diesel fuel tax. Download Audio Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2026FL Cattle Enhancement Board Wraps up Funding YearJune 30, 2026Florida Cattle …

Ready for Florida Beef Month

Each year the beef industry in Florida helps get the grilling season off and rolling with its annual Beef Month promotion. And Ashley Hughes, director of beef marketing and promotion for the Florida Beef Council, says May is a great time to celebrate Florida Beef Month. Download Audio Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2026FL Cattle Enhancement Board Wraps up …

USDA Approves Pork Trademark Payment

USDA’s Agricultural Marketing Service announced it will approve the $3 million annual payment by the National Pork Board to the National Pork Producers Council for a trademark purchase. Download Audio Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2026FL Cattle Enhancement Board Wraps up Funding YearJune 30, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Awarded Researcher Discusses New World Screwworm OverviewJune 19, 2026Verdant Robotics Offers …

House Committee Approves Rider Barring GIPSA Rule

Last week the House Appropriations Committee passed an amendment barring the Grain Inspection and Stockyards Protection Administration, or GIPSA, rule on poultry. Download Audio Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2026FL Cattle Enhancement Board Wraps up Funding YearJune 30, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Awarded Researcher Discusses New World Screwworm OverviewJune 19, 2026Verdant Robotics Offers Growers Targeted Application of Herbicides or …

A Small Surprise in USDA Cattle on Feed Report

According to USDA’s latest Cattle on Feed Report, the number of cattle and calves on feed for the slaughter market in the U.S. was at 10.9 million head on April 1st, 1 percent above April 1, 2015. Placements in feedlots during March totaled 1.89 million head, 5 percent above 2015, while marketing’s of fed cattle during March totaled 1.75 million …