House Ag Chair Seeks Extension, Beef Import Plan Seen as Political Show

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House Ag Committee Chair Glenn Thompson is seeking a waiver to serve another term, having reached the six-year term limit for GOP chairs.

President Donald Trump announced a plan to pause high tariffs on imported ground beef to aid ranchers and rebuild herds. However, AgMarket.net broker Tim Strunk views this as a political move rather than an economic solution.

Cattle Industry Stability Concerns, Corn for Use in Ethanal Increases

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The U.S. cattle industry is poised for growth due to incentives in the One Big, Beautiful Bill" and favorable rain conditions. However, concerns arise from the U.S. President's plan to import 300,000 metric tons of beef, which could undermine domestic cattle production and stability.

US ethanol production's corn consumption has risen, with 474.7 million bushels used in July, a 2% increase from June. This highlights a potential strain on the agricultural sector.

Who Wins With More Beef Imports?

California Ag Today
Farm Bureau analyzes the impact of the expanded tariff-rate quota.

Ranching and Data

Farm of the Future
Ranchbot is proving the value of how data and technology can improve a rancher’s operation, and their way of life.

USDA Undersecretary Seeks Producer Feedback; Eastern WA Wildfires Burn 300K+ Acres

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USDA Undersecretary for Farm Production and Conservation Richard Fordyce visited with midwestern state farmers to discuss USDA programs with farmers and ranchers Meanwhile, drought conditions in Eastern Washington have led to significant wildfires, prompting Governor Bob Ferguson to declare a federal state of emergency. The fires have burned over 300,000 acres.

Beyond Predation: Researchers Study Wolves' Impact on Cattle

California Ag Today
New California research investigates whether wolves influence cattle health and ranch profitability beyond livestock losses.

Keeping cattle cool

Idaho Ag Today
Preparing now for what may be a long summer for livestock will protect herds from potential heat stress and related issues.

Trump urges retailers to cut beef prices; Sorghum basis futures set for Aug. 24

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President Donald Trump has announced an investigation into rising retail beef prices, a move supported by R-CALF USA, which has highlighted the decline in producer shares and rise in packer and retailer shares over the years.

California Awards $2 Million to Help Ranchers Facing Wolf Losses

California Ag Today
New funding will reimburse livestock losses while producers continue pushing for longer-term solutions.

Jenn Mariscal's message

Idaho Ag Today
Jenn Mariscol wasn’t sure she could talk about the tragedy in her family, losing her husband to suicide.

Packers and Stockyards Act Updates in Danger if Rider is Passed

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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.

New World Screwworm Federal Response Continues

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USDA Sec. Brooke Rollins visited the Texas ranch that had the first case of NWS in an animal since 1966.

E-Commerce With A Rancher's Touch

Farm of the Future
Terrell Miller of CattleMax says his companies have found a way to combine online convenience with producer-to-producer expertise.

NCBA Looks for More Efficient Cattle Hauling Rules

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The National Cattlemen's Beef Association (NCBA) is advocating for changes to improve livestock hauling. Director of Government Affairs Zoe Wallace highlighted issues with current regulations

Beef on Dairy Growing Quickly

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The practice of beef on dairy is growing in the industry, with beef sires being used on dairy cows to produce beef calves. This approach enhances feedlot performance and meat quality compared to traditional dairy cattle

USDA to Allocate 30M Additional Base Acres

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The USDA is reviewing additional base acreage for farmers under federal safety net programs, tied to the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, which will allocate 30 million acres across the country.

Positive Moves for the PLC

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The Public Lands Council (PLC) has successfully rescinded a rule implemented by the Biden administration that prioritized conservation over other land uses, which they deemed illegal and not supported by the Organic Act or the Taylor Grazing Act. Additionally, the PLC has been actively involved in the Grazing Action Plan, signing a federal MOU to standardize grazing regulations across federal lands managed by the Department of the Interior, BLM, and the USDA Forest Service.

More Cattle Coming In, Less Cattle Leaving Feedlots

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Dry conditions are pushing more cattle into feedlots, which is up 2% versus a year ago.

Virtual Fencing As a Pasture Management Tool

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VHalter, a company specializing in virtual fencing technology, has introduced a direct-to-satellite system that expands its reach, benefiting cattle producers with large, challenging terrains

DOJ Seeks Public Tips in Beef Packer Antitrust Probe

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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.