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Cattle Prices High, Margins Tight — Packers Hit with Class-Action Suit
Line on Agriculture
Cattle prices are strong but rising input costs and inflation are squeezing producer margins, while a federal judge has certified a class-action alleging major packers manipulated markets (2015–2020) by slowing slaughter and coordinating purchases to depress prices.
Packers and Stockyards Act Updates in Danger if Rider is Passed
Line on Agriculture
The National Farmers Union (NFU) is concerned about a policy rider attached to legislation that could undermine the enforcement of the Packers and Stockyards Act.
DOJ Seeks Public Tips in Beef Packer Antitrust Probe
Line on Agriculture
The Department of Justice is investigating potential antitrust violations, including price-fixing and volume control among beef packers. The DOJ has reviewed over 3 million documents and interviewed thousands of industry participants. They are calling for public assistance to gather more information to aid their investigation and potentially restore competitive market forces, which have been suppressed by monopolistic practices, leading to the decline of the cattle industry.
USDA Hits Pause on Poultry Pay Changes
Southeast Regional Ag News
Delay sparks concern among growers waiting for a more level playing field.
Class Certification Pending in Cattle Collusion Case
Line on Agriculture
R-CALF USA, represented by CEO Bill Boyer, is pursuing a legal case against three major beef packers, alleging collusion to manipulate cattle and beef prices from 2019 to early 2020.
WSTFA Annual Meeting
Fruit Grower Report
The Washington State Tree Fruit Association recently held their annual meeting with growers, packers, shippers and others from the industry gathering in Wenatchee.
Beef Processing Investigation and Chinese Scientist Admits Smuggling
The Agribusiness Update
The Meat Institute reacts after President Trump called on the Department of Justice to investigate the beef processing sector, and a Chinese scientist charged with smuggling biological materials has pleaded guilty.
Ranchers Help Shape National Ag Policy in D.C.
California Ag Today
Cattle producers took their voices to the Capitol earlier this month during the USCA Fly-In, advocating for transparent markets, science-based livestock ID, and stronger labeling standards.
Cattle Producers Bring Priorities to Washington
Southeast Regional Ag News
Cattle producers from across the country met in D.C. earlier this month, voicing their concerns on fair markets, labeling, and herd health. The goal: policy that puts producers first
Packers & Stockyards Act Rule Impacts Poultry
Southeast Regional Ag News
Last week, the USDA issued a final poultry tournament rule under the Packers & Stockyards Act. In response, the American Farm Bureau Federation is calling it a step in the right direction
Annual Meeting-WSTFA Pt 2
Fruit Grower Report
WSTFA President Jon DeVaney says hard to believe, but it’s
that time of year for the 120th Annual Meeting and Hort Show!
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Annual Meeting-WSTFA Pt 1
Fruit Grower Report
WSTFA President Jon DeVaney says hard to believe, but it’s
that time of year for the 120th Annual Meeting and Hort Show!
Read More
Steady On-Feed, Higher Cash, and Elevated Beef
California Ag Today
What is going on with cattle supplies? Recent reports show steady on-feed numbers even as cash cattle prices move up. And when will consumers start pulling back?
R-CALF USA Say Price Discover Proposed Rule Good for US Cattle Producers
Line on Agriculture
R-CALF believes this proposed rule under the 1921 Packers and Stockyards Act would restore competition to the marketplace for cattle producers.
WSTFA 120th Annual Meeting Pt 2
Fruit Grower Report
If you haven’t made plans yet, the Washington State Tree Fruit Association’s 120th Annual Meeting and Hort Show in Yakima is right around the corner.
Fairness in cattle markets
Idaho Ag Today
Part of a recent announcement of USDA efforts to promote fair and competitive markets for ag producers, while lowering prices for consumers.
WSTFA 120th Annual Meeting Pt 1
Fruit Grower Report
If you haven’t made plans yet, the Washington State Tree Fruit Association’s 120th Annual Meeting and Hort Show in Yakima is right around the corner.
Fair and Competitive Markets and U.S. Egg Production Down
The Agribusiness Update
U.S. ag groups are reacting to the USDA’s proposed Packers and Stockyards rule titled “Fair and Competitive Livestock and Poultry Markets, and U.S. egg production totaled 9.1 billion in May, down 2% from May of 2023.
NCBA, NCC Respond to Latest Packers and Stockyards Rule
Southeast Regional Ag News
From the USDA, the rule “would tackle longstanding challenges around interpretations of unfairness and competitive injury for the livestock, meat, and poultry sectors.”