Resourceful: Stretching The Beef Checkoff Dollar

Will Jordan Beef, Cattle, Cattlemen’s Beef Board (CBB), Industry, Livestock, Livestock News

We all know that a dollar bill today does not have the same buying power a dollar bill had in 1985; yet the Beef Checkoff Program still just collects one dollar per head when cattle are sold. In the second part of a conversation with Cattlemen’s Beef Board CEO, Greg Hanes, learn how the checkoff stretches that dollar for the …

Driving Demand for Beef During Tight Supplies

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As U.S. beef supplies continue to tighten, discovery of new cut options by consumers is vital. I visited with Cattlemen’s Beef Board CEO, Greg Hanes, to discuss how the Beef Checkoff is driving the demand for beef during tight supplies. Sponsored ContentFCEB Recurring Funding Provides Opportunity for Longer Term Research ProjectsOctober 10, 2025Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Advances Forage ResearchOctober 3, …

Underutilized Cuts Finding Opportunities During Tight Beef Supply

Will Jordan Beef, Cattle, Cattlemen’s Beef Board (CBB), Industry, Livestock, Livestock News

Difficulty provides an opportunity for growth. The U.S. beef industry is re-learning this lesson as the cow herd continues to contract as demand for beef continues to grow domestically and abroad. U.S. Meat Export Federation (USMEF), USDA and the Beef Checkoff are collaborating to promote cuts often overlooked. USMEF President and CEO, Dan Halstrom, shares more on growing opportunities for …

“Eye Opening”: FBC Holds Ranch to Ribeye Event

Will Jordan Beef, Cattle, Cattlemen’s Beef Board (CBB), Florida Beef Council (FBC), General, Industry, Livestock, Livestock News

The Florida Beef Council recently held a “Ranch to Ribeye” event to connect cattlemen with members of the food service industry. Designed to tell the story of beef from pasture to plate, the event helped close the information gap between producers and consumers. Listen below as one event attendee, Chef Alex Kuk of Temple Street Eatery in Ft. Lauderdale, shares …

ACA to Hold High School Beef Cook Off

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The Alabama Cattlemen’s Association (ACA) is hosting the Alabama Junior and Senior High School Beef Cook off April 12. ACA Director of Consumer Outreach, Josie Jones shares more. Sponsored ContentFCEB Recurring Funding Provides Opportunity for Longer Term Research ProjectsOctober 10, 2025Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Advances Forage ResearchOctober 3, 2025Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Acts As Catalyst For Timely ResearchSeptember 26, 2025

Checkoff Transparency: What It Takes to Receive Checkoff Funding

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The Beef Checkoff is a valuable investment for producers. Driving demand for beef, checkoff dollars are not “free money” for contractors. Cattlemen’s Beef Board Senior Director of Evaluation and Outreach, Beka Wall shares more. Sponsored ContentFCEB Recurring Funding Provides Opportunity for Longer Term Research ProjectsOctober 10, 2025Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Advances Forage ResearchOctober 3, 2025Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Acts As …

Georgia Cattlemen’s Convention a Success

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The Georgia Cattlemen’s Association Convention will wrap up in Columbus, Ga. on Friday, March 15. Throughout the convention attendees had the opportunity network with fellow producers, gather information about best practices for their operation and enjoy exceptional activities. As Georgia Junior Cattlemen’s Association members participated in various contests, adult members learned in the Forage Conference. A 20,000 square foot trade …

GBB Promotes BIWFD March Challenge

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The Georgia Beef Board wants producers and consumers to get involved with the “Beef. It’s What’s for Dinnner.” Ambassador Program! GBB Checkoff Programs Coordinator, Caitlin Jackson, shares more on how to get involved with the March Challenge. Sponsored ContentFCEB Recurring Funding Provides Opportunity for Longer Term Research ProjectsOctober 10, 2025Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Advances Forage ResearchOctober 3, 2025Florida Cattle Enhancement …

GBB: BEEF for Valentine’s Day

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The Georgia Beef Board knows that BEEF is the protein of love. Let all three courses of your date night meal be influenced with beef. Georgia Beef Board Checkoff Director, Caitlin Jackson, shares more. Sponsored ContentFCEB Recurring Funding Provides Opportunity for Longer Term Research ProjectsOctober 10, 2025Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Advances Forage ResearchOctober 3, 2025Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Acts As …

“A Wonderful Year” – GBB Reflects on 2023

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The Georgia Beef Board spent 2023 putting checkoff dollars to work promoting beef to consumers across the state through events and other activities. Caitlin Jackson, Checkoff Program Coordinator for the Georgia Beef Board shares more. Sponsored ContentFCEB Recurring Funding Provides Opportunity for Longer Term Research ProjectsOctober 10, 2025Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Advances Forage ResearchOctober 3, 2025Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Acts …