Even though futures prices for corn took a tumble on the Chicago Board of Trade Thursday, most contracts through July 2011 are either near or over $5.00, and trends suggest prices will stay above that mark well into 2011. This means cattle and hog producers will be looking at lower profits due to higher feed prices, and in turn could …
Food Industry Groups try to Revive Food Safety Legislation
Several food industry groups will rally this week in Washington, D.C. in an effort to revive the stalled Senate food safety bill. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Encourages Research into Producers QuestionsJune 5, 2026Cattle Producers Proud of Efforts Funded Through the Florida Cattle Enhancement BoardMay 29, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Funding Crucial For Forage DevelopmentMay 22, 2026Florida Cattle …
House Approves Ag Committee Passed Bills
This past week the U.S. House of Representatives approved a couple of bills, the Mandatory Price Reporting Act of 2010 and the Veterinary Services Investment Act. Download Audio The U.S. House Committee on Agriculture web site, agriculture.house.gov, has additional information on these and other bills. Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Encourages Research into Producers QuestionsJune 5, 2026Cattle Producers Proud of …
F.A.D.
Everett Griner tells us how this affects the American farmer and also has some good advice. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Encourages Research into Producers QuestionsJune 5, 2026Cattle Producers Proud of Efforts Funded Through the Florida Cattle Enhancement BoardMay 29, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Funding Crucial For Forage DevelopmentMay 22, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Funding to Enhance …
Some Food Safety Basics Confusing to Consumers
A recent survey has found that people are often doing either too much or too little when it comes to the safe handling and preparation of meals in their homes. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Encourages Research into Producers QuestionsJune 5, 2026Cattle Producers Proud of Efforts Funded Through the Florida Cattle Enhancement BoardMay 29, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board …
Price Reporting Act Reauthorized; Vet Bill Passes
WASHINGTON, D.C., Sept. 15, 2010 – The National Pork Producers Council today applauded the House for approving legislation to reauthorize the law requiring meat packers to report to the U.S. Department of Agriculture the prices they pay producers for animals. The legislation, which previously was approved by the Senate, now goes to the president to be signed into law. It …
Packing a Healthy School Lunch
Now that school is officially in session, one important element to remember is ensuring that kids get a healthy lunch to fuel their busy day. And in these three reports, nutrition expert, Tammy Roberts, gives some key tips for those packing school lunches. Download Audio Download Audio Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Encourages Research into Producers QuestionsJune 5, …
Job Losses
Everett Griner tells us how agriculture is still a people industry. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Encourages Research into Producers QuestionsJune 5, 2026Cattle Producers Proud of Efforts Funded Through the Florida Cattle Enhancement BoardMay 29, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Funding Crucial For Forage DevelopmentMay 22, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Funding to Enhance Brahman GeneticsMay 15, 2026
Meat Exports Down in July but Up for the Year
The values for both U.S. beef and pork exports were down slightly in July compared to June but both are still up for the first seven months of the year. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Encourages Research into Producers QuestionsJune 5, 2026Cattle Producers Proud of Efforts Funded Through the Florida Cattle Enhancement BoardMay 29, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board …
USDA Lowers Meat Production Forecast
The latest monthly World Agriculture Supply and Demand Estimates from USDA is forecasting total U.S. meat production for 2010 and 2011 to be slighly lower than the previous months forecast. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Encourages Research into Producers QuestionsJune 5, 2026Cattle Producers Proud of Efforts Funded Through the Florida Cattle Enhancement BoardMay 29, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board …