JBS Collusion Lawsuit Agreement

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A proposed settlement with JBS for $83.5 million was preliminarily approved by the court. Cattle producers who sold live cattle to the big four packers or traded live cattle futures from June 1, 2015, to November 1, 2016, are eligible to file a claim under the settlement.

Feeder Cattle Hard to Find

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Risk management is key to when it comes to filling feedlots in the current tight cattle supply situation.

Even With Higher Cattle Prices, Some Segments Still Struggling

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The economic breakdown of the cattle industry.

Inspecting for New World Screwworm

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One way US cattle producers can protect their herds against NWS is to be vigilant about inspecting their animals.

Tariffs Needed to Correct Fair Trade for Cattle Producers

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The National Cattlemen's Beef Association says more trade agreements, correction of unfair trade practices, and holding trading partners accountable for not meeting agreement terms are all needed for a level playing field for beef producers.

Livestock Group Backs Tariff Strategy

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R-CALF USA says that they have been supporting an investigation into tariffs even before the Trump Administration's tariff announcements.

R-CALF Supports Tariffs

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R-CALF USA says that tariffs are needed to boost domestic reinvestment in cattle herds and protect national security.

NCBA Continues Work on Transportation Issues

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If passed by Congress, the US would have a pilot program that allow for increased truck weights.

Cattle Pricing Trends

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Market Analyst Brian Irey, expects cattle prices to continue to trend higher.

Cattle Market Dynamics

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Drought, international markets, and macroeconomics are contributing to concerns about future meat prices.

R-CALF Refiles Electronic ID Complaint

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Electronic identification ear tags litigation and legislation still moving forward to percent mandated EID ear tag use on cattle.

R-CALF USA Support Trump Tariff Strategy

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R-CALF USA CEO Bill Bullard says that higher tariffs are needed to level th playing field for cattle producers.

New Leader Has Lofty Goals for Cattle Industry

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The National Cattlemen's Beef Association Presdient-Elect, Buck Wehrbein Outlines his personal goals and focuses for the organization.

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Tariffs and Free Trade Ideology Affects on the Cattle Industry

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In the second part of this series with R-CALF, we hear about how imports and past tariff structures have led to dependency on imports.

Optimism on New USDA Leader, Cabinet

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National Cattlemen’s Beef Association President,Mark Eisele says the Trump's pick for USDA Ag Secretary, Brooke Rollins could be beneficial, saying it is an opportunity for a clean slate.

Optimism Over New Federal Ag Leadership

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National Cattlemen’s Beef Association President,Mark Eisele says the Trump's pick for USDA Ag Secretary, Brooke Rollins could be beneficial, saying it is an opportunity for a clean slate.

Will Cattle Herd Rebuilding Take Place in 2025?

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Drought has forced cattle sales and it's not over yet and pasture conditions are poor for many areas of the country and those pastures will need time to heal.

Historic Oklahoma National Stockyards Up For Sale

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Photo: From Oklahoma National Stockyards Website

The Oklahoma National Stockyards is 110-plus years old. The board is hoping for a buyer that will preserve the history of the largest feeder and cattle stocker market in the world.

Cattle Market Volatility Continues

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Several factors are leading to continued cattle market issues.

Cattle Inventory Projections are Lower for 2025

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Cattle industry inventory, projections, and related legislation in today's Line on Ag report.