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

Key reversal occurs in live cattle

There hasn’t been a profitable hedge available in live cattle futures for months, and beef packers have been losing millions of dollars.

May 19, 2025

Assessing public sentiment on beef emission-reduction strategies

Public support is greatest for feeding cattle seaweed and for subsidies versus a mandate on emissions from beef production.

May 14, 2025

NCBA urges support for cattle industry priorities in reconciliation bills

The National Cattlemen’s Beef Association urges Congress to support House legislation strengthening disaster relief, animal health programs, and tax protections for cattle producers and family farms.

May 14, 2025

Mexico hopeful cattle exports to U.S. will resume soon

Lawmakers introduce STOP Screwworms Act to authorize funding for USDA to construct a new sterile fly production facility in the U.S.

May 16, 2025

Mastering cattle marketing: Understanding market cycles and sell/buy strategies

Learn about the immutable laws affecting cattle markets, including cause and effect, rhythm, and polarity. Discover how to use sell/buy marketing strategies to navigate market cycles and maximize profits.

May 16, 2025

Cattle vaccine handling and administration tips

K-State beef cattle veterinarian offers tips on handling animal health products to maximize efficacy and minimize exposure when administering vaccines.

May 17, 2025

This Week in Agribusiness, May 17, 2025

Mike Pearson hears news on this week’s WASDE report, trade and how Cargill is looking to stevia as crop that can be used like sugar.

May 16, 2025

New legislation provides wildfire relief to ranchers

Bill addresses a gap in disaster assistance by requesting USDA establish additional payment rates under LIP for unborn livestock lost in natural disasters.