Looking at the 2024 U.S. red meat export potential, the forecast is mixed. Strong growth on the pork side over the last year has set that market segment up for greater expansion. An approximate eight percent growth in pork exports in 2023 with another four percent expected in 2024, U.S. pork is well-positioned for further growth. Erin Borror, U.S. Meat …
Regulations Would Revise Standards for Meat Processors
The American Sheep Industry Association reports that regulations would revise standards for meat processors. The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency announced a proposed regulation that would revise wastewater discharge standards for facilities that process meat and poultry products. Many of these facilities are located near communities with environmental justice concerns that have bodies of water impaired by nutrient pollution. The agency’s …
Healthy New Year Resolutions Include Beef
As January progresses and many people are working hard on their resolutions for the new year, healthy eating is an important thing to keep in mind. Packed with nutrients, consider beef for the center of your plate as you work towards the health goals you may have. Beyond the plate, Beef promotion and an active lifestyle go hand in hand. …
ACA County Annual Meeting Season
The first few months of the year in Alabama usually mean county cattlemen annual meetings are coming up. As an important resource for cattle producers across the state, Alabama Cattlemen’s Executive Vice-President, Erin Beasley, shares more on these meetings. Sponsored ContentNuseed Carinata Covers New GroundJuly 15, 2024CIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2024TriEst Ag Group: Partners in ProfitabilityApril 1, 2024
Promotions Showcase U.S. Pork Loin to Consumers in Mexico, November Export Number Snapshot
U.S. pork has set export records in 2023 with growth in markets across the segment. One unique promotion project that pushed sales in Mexico was conducted through a collaboration of U.S. Meat Export Federation, National Pork Board, and USDA’s Market Access Program and Quality Samples Program. Lorenzo Elizalde, USMEF’s director of marketing and trade in Mexico shares more. Sponsored ContentNuseed …
Propane: Clean Energy Powering the Farm
The conversation around clean energy seems to have no end in sight. Livestock producers and those involved in agriculture know the importance of sustainability and taking care of the environment. To learn more about clean energy on the farm, I visited with Mike Newland, from the Propane Education and Research Council. Sponsored ContentNuseed Carinata Covers New GroundJuly 15, 2024CIR Agriculture …
CAB Ranch to Table Direct Marketing Effort Growing in 2024
A new program from Certified Angus Beef, called Ranch to Table, is expected to gain momentum in 2024. Certified Angus Beef Director of Producer Engagement, Kara Lee, says the effort was not driven y consumer demand. Producers drove the initiation of this program as Ranch to Table allows them to engage in the process to access Certified Angus Beef branding …
Agriculture in Atlanta: Week One of the 2024 Legislative Session
Legislators reconvened this week in Atlanta to start the 2024 legislative session. As Georgia General Assembly members begin settling in, priorities are already being laid out. Will Bentley, President of the Georgia Agribusiness Council shares more. Story by Will Jordan Sponsored ContentNuseed Carinata Covers New GroundJuly 15, 2024CIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2024TriEst Ag Group: Partners in ProfitabilityApril 1, 2024
Mexico Extends Duty Exemptions for Imported Pork, Beef and Poultry
The Government of Mexico recently issued a decree that extends the zero-duty treatment of certain food imports – including pork, beef, and poultry – from all eligible suppliers through the end of 2024. U.S. Meat Export Federation vice president of economic analysis, Erin Borror, shares more. Sponsored ContentNuseed Carinata Covers New GroundJuly 15, 2024CIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2024TriEst Ag …
What Cow Herd Expansion Could Look Like in 2024
The Weather pattern over the last several years has brought dry soil and record low cow numbers. Risk management in mind and an eye on other input costs, Dr. Scott Brown, University of Missouri Professor and Market Analyst shares more on what herd expansion and prices may look like for the coming year. Sponsored ContentNuseed Carinata Covers New GroundJuly 15, …