New NCBA President: Cattle Producers Have Leverage

California Ag Today
Despite declining beef herd numbers in the United States, National Cattlemen’s Beef Association’s new President Todd Wilkinson says producers are in a good position in the market.

Poor Range Conditions to Impact Cattle Numbers and Price

California Ag Today
The Livestock Information Center’s Director and Senior Agricultural Economist Katelyn McCullock is concerned about what poor conditions will mean for beef cow numbers down the road.

U.S. Herd Numbers 7-Year Low

California Ag Today
The United States’ cow herd numbers hit a seven-year low, according to the USDA.

As of January 1st, the beef cow herd totaled 30.1 million head, down 2 percent from last year. Cow calf pairs total 91.9 million head, also down 2 percent.

Live Cattle Market Regulations NCBA Updates

California Ag Today
The cattle industry’s live market remains free from additional government regulation following the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association’s annual meeting.