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Cargill workers approve 5‑year deal; farmers split on fertilizer buys as prices fall
Line on Agriculture
Cargill's Fort Morgan beef processing plant has resolved a three-month labor dispute with a new five-year agreement, allowing operations to resume around August 24th. Meanwhile, farmers are divided on whether to buy fertilizers now or wait due to fluctuating prices.
SPUR Program
Farm of the Future
USDA announced the Strengthening Processing for U.S. Ranchers (SPUR) Program to provide temporary support for eligible beef processing establishments.
Southeast Processors Could Qualify for Grants Up to $2 Million
Southeast Regional Ag News
USDA is making $60 million available through its latest Meat and Poultry Processing Expansion Program.
China Renews U.S. Beef Registrations
California Ag Today
USMEF says China’s renewed approvals could help restart purchases from American beef suppliers.
The Growing Role of Imported Beef
Southeast Regional Ag News
As U.S. production declines, global supply is stepping in to support ground beef demand.
Getting State Inspected Beef Sold Over State Lines
Line on Agriculture
The National Cattlemen's Beef Association (NCBA) is advocating for the expansion of meat processing capacity in the Farm Bill, with discussions ongoing in both the House and Senate to improve access to smaller processors and consumers. The NCBA is also pushing for a pilot program in the Farm Bill to allow custom exempt processors to sell beef directly to consumers within their state. Additionally, the NCBA supports the DIRECT Act, which would enable state-inspected plants to sell meat across sta
A Global Story Behind Every Burger
California Ag Today
Increasing beef imports are playing a key role in maintaining U.S. ground beef availability.
Beef Processing Modernization; Part of the USDA Beef Action Plan
Line on Agriculture
The USDA's Beef Action Plan includes a voluntary USA labeling program and beef modernization efforts. In addition, the plan includes a focus on enhancing inspection systems with technical efficiency without compromising the 100% inspection of each carcass.
Pressure Builds on Beef Packers
California Ag Today
New insights show how limited cattle supplies are forcing gradual but significant industry changes.
Fewer Cattle, Big Consequences
Southeast Regional Ag News
A new newsletter from Derrell Peel explains how shrinking herd sizes are forcing changes in beef packing capacity.
Farmers Share Real-World Lessons in Direct-to-Consumer Sales
Southeast Regional Ag News
A new Alabama Extension video series spotlights local producers turning direct beef sales into thriving farm businesses.
USDA's Remote Grading Pilot
Line on Agriculture
USDA Secretary of Agriculture announced the launch of the program while in Colorado speaking about value-added and food security topics.
Grant Awarded to Boost Southeast Pork & Beef Processing
Southeast Regional Ag News
Ag Secretary Tom Vilsack last week announced that the Biden-Harris Administration is investing $73 million in 21 grant projects through the first round of the Meat and Poultry Processing Expansion Program.