Podcast: The Proposition 12 problem 07.16.2021 By Erica Shaffer Despite Supreme Court refusal to hear their case against Proposition 12, pork producers have an opportunity to lead on animal welfare.Read More
Senators introduce bill to stop livestock emission regulation 05.04.2021 By Ryan McCarthy John Thune and Kyrsten Sinema introduced the Livestock Regulatory Protection Act.Read More
Beef producer group lobbies for COOL in letters to Biden, Vilsack 02.26.2021 By Joel Crews R-CALF said truthful labeling is needed to bolster the domestic beef supply chain.Read More
MOU announced between USDA, FDA over animal gene editing oversight 01.20.2021 By Ryan McCarthy Ag Secretary announced the change on the last day of the Trump Administration.Read More
Rising feed costs in 2021 will challenge livestock producers 12.11.2020 By Joel Crews CoBank predicts increases of as much as 14% in the hog sector as China rebuilds its herd.Read More
Pork producers beware: China begins swine herd rebuild 11.09.2020 By Erica Shaffer CoBank offers strategies for US pork producers to mitigate potential declines in demand from the world’s largest consumer of pork.Read More
AFBF shares findings on cattle market volatility 09.28.2020 By Ryan McCarthy The group also recommended policy changes for 2021 among its members.Read More
Lawmaker introduces ‘Cattle Market Transparency Act of 2020’ 09.23.2020 By Erica Shaffer The law focuses on ensuring regionally sufficient negotiated cash trade and equipping producers with more information.Read More
NPPC makes a virtual case for pork industry aid 09.22.2020 By Joel Crews The association addressed needs based on COVID-19 challenges and the threat of ASF.Read More
JBS details plans for its $50 million “Home Strong Initiative” 08.06.2020 By Ryan McCarthy The company intends to have the money fully allocated to facilities and towns by the end of 2020.Read More