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U.S. Cow Herd Hits Smallest Since 1951; Recovery Possible by 2027–28
Line on Agriculture
The US cow herd has experienced seven consecutive years of decline, with the 2025 inventory being less than the previous year, indicating ongoing liquidation. Bill Bullard of R-CALF USA suggests that the trend might reverse slightly in 2026 due to more heifers being retained for breeding, but significant growth may not be seen until 2027 or 2028
WASDE: Elevated Corn Use Strains Feed Supply as Mexican Border Closure Clouds U.S. Cattle Outlook
Line on Agriculture
The USDA's latest World Agricultural Supply and Demand Estimates (WASDE) report shows elevated numbers amid uncertainty about future demand. One market analyst notes that the U.S. is currently feeding 525 million more bushels of corn than last year, but this is unsustainable due to the Mexican border shutdown.
Dicamba Returns Under Watch
California Ag Today
The EPA restores Dicamba use this year but says future approval depends on performance and environmental safeguards.
Tools for the Modern Ranch
California Ag Today
Ranchers share real-world experiences with smart ear tags and drone-assisted fall seeding.
Time, Tech, and the Ranch
Southeast Regional Ag News
Ranchers explain how GPS tracking and drones fit into everyday operations.
Rebuilding the Ranch Workforce
California Ag Today
A new podcast examines why agriculture’s labor pipeline is failing and what comes next.
Finding the Next Generation
Southeast Regional Ag News
A new podcast explores how agriculture can attract, train, and retain skilled employees.
Grazing Bill Seeks Parity for Ranchers; Push to Delist Mexican Wolf Advances
Line on Agriculture
The National Cattlemen's Beef Association and the Public Lands Council are advocating for a bill before the House Natural Resources Committee that would address the inequity in due process protections for ranchers on national grasslands under the Federal Land Policy Management Act
Cattle Market Warning: Don't Overpay for Breeding Stock
Line on Agriculture
Cow depreciation should be managed when buying high-priced cows.
Deep Roots, New Records
Southeast Regional Ag News
Florida’s agricultural community is showing unprecedented excitement to protect working lands for generations to come.
Catttle Market Protections
Line on Agriculture
The cattle industry is facing a "perfect storm" of high prices, low cattle herd inventory, and external threats like the New World screwworm.
Small Decisions, Big Consequences for Monarchs
Southeast Regional Ag News
Scientists find rising temperatures can change how monarch caterpillars respond to danger.
When Heat Breaks an Instinct
California Ag Today
New research shows rising temperatures can turn a monarch caterpillar’s best defense into a deadly risk.
Five Agriculture Leaders Appointed to Florida FSA Committee
Southeast Regional Ag News
The new state committee brings decades of experience to strengthening USDA programs for Florida farmers and ranchers.
Proper Vaccine Handling is Critical
Line on Agriculture
The importance of proper vaccine management for cattle health with Dr. Lee Jones, a veterinarian from Boehringer Ingelheim.
Genessee Joe
Idaho Ag Today
We made it up to Genesee, Idaho last fall and met with Genesee Joe Anderson.
SPEED Act Needed for Efficient Conservation
Line on Agriculture
The SPEED Act, a National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) reform measure, has passed the House and is now under consideration in the Senate. This legislation aims to streamline permitting processes, which could benefit livestock producers by reducing red tape and costs associated with federal permitting for range improvements and conservation work.
National Cattlemen's Beef Association Happy With House Action on Gray Wolve ESA Delisting
Line on Agriculture
The US House of Representatives has voted to remove gray wolves from the endangered species list, a decision supported by the National Cattlemen's Beef Association.
Cattle Herd Rebuilding Challenges
Line on Agriculture
Ethan Lane, Vice President of Government Affairs at the National Cattlemen's Beef Association, discusses the negative impact of misinformation on cattle futures and herd rebuilding efforts.