Agricultural Industry News: Stay Updated on Events Impacting Your Cattle Operation

Challenges of the beef calf born in July, August, and September

While there are advantages to having a late summer/fall born beef cattle herd, there are challenges to be addressed just as with a spring born herd.

August 6, 2025

August 4, 2025

It’s a seller’s market in beef cattle business

Beef Outlook: Why 2025’s tight supply means profit opportunities for cattle producers through 2026.

August 6, 2025

Lady luck doesn’t ring the cash register

Strong demand and producer strategy are driving record beef prices in today’s market, not luck.

August 4, 2025

Tyson sees fifth consecutive quarter of growth

Pork has strongest third-quarter operating income in four years; Chicken delivers solid volume growth, but record-low cattle supplies create headwinds for Beef.

August 5, 2025

Fed cattle prices surge while slaughter slows

Record-high fed cattle prices clash with declining boxed beef values and shrinking slaughter numbers, as futures markets swing on profit-taking and overbought conditions.

August 5, 2025

National Beef, USPB reflect on year one of genetics-based grid premiums

The American Angus Association®; National Beef Packing Co., LLC; IMI Global; and U.S. Premium Beef, LLC review successes and challenges with first-of-its-kind grid premiums, based on genetic merit data.

August 1, 2025

How a rancher’s darkest moment led to unexpected joy

When a struggling rancher blamed me for his financial collapse, I never imagined our next conversation would reveal how a timely podcast stopped his suicide plan. His story reminds us why second chances matter.

August 4, 2025

The USDA stamp

Setting the record straight—that “U.S. Inspected and Passed” stamp is not a what a lot of people think it is.

August 4, 2025

Beef price seasonality

Seasonal trends and declining wholesale prices offer hope for consumers, but tight supplies and strong demand will likely keep prices elevated year-over-year.