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NCBA’s Kendal Frazier On What’s Next for the Beef Industry

If you don’t reflect on the lessons you’ve learned before you move forward, you risk repeating mistakes. That’s wisdom well-earned in the beef industry, and one NCBA's Kendal Frazier is wise to pass on.

NCBA’s Kendal Frazier On What’s Next for the Beef Industry
NCBA’s Kendal Frazier On What’s Next for the Beef Industry

If you don’t reflect on the lessons you’ve learned before you move forward, you risk repeating mistakes. That’s wisdom well-earned in the beef industry, and one NCBA's Kendal Frazier is wise to pass on.

Some Horse Advocates Buck at New Plan to Save Wild Mustangs

Animal welfare groups have reached a milestone agreement with ranching interests they say would save wild mustangs from slaughter but the compromise has opened a nasty split among horse protection advocates.

Some Horse Advocates Buck at New Plan to Save Wild Mustangs
Some Horse Advocates Buck at New Plan to Save Wild Mustangs

Animal welfare groups have reached a milestone agreement with ranching interests they say would save wild mustangs from slaughter but the compromise has opened a nasty split among horse protection advocates.

NCBA CEO Kendal Frazier Announces Plans for Retirement

After 34 years with the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association (NCBA), the past four as CEO, Kendal Frazier announced his plans for retirement.

NCBA CEO Kendal Frazier Announces Plans for Retirement
NCBA CEO Kendal Frazier Announces Plans for Retirement

After 34 years with the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association (NCBA), the past four as CEO, Kendal Frazier announced his plans for retirement.

Gregory Hanes Named Cattlemen’s Beef Board CEO

The Cattlemen’s Beef Promotion and Research Board (CBB) has named Gregory Hanes, formerly with the U.S. Meat Export Federation, as their new CEO.

Gregory Hanes Named Cattlemen’s Beef Board CEO
Gregory Hanes Named Cattlemen’s Beef Board CEO

The Cattlemen’s Beef Promotion and Research Board (CBB) has named Gregory Hanes, formerly with the U.S. Meat Export Federation, as their new CEO.

Cell-Cultured Meat Production Will Have Federal Oversight. Now What?
Cell-Cultured Meat Production Will Have Federal Oversight. Now What?

The production of cell cultured meat or alternative proteins will soon receive federal oversight from three agencies. Betsy Jibben with AgDay has the story.

Cell-Cultured Meat Production Will Have Federal Oversight. Now What?
Cell-Cultured Meat Production Will Have Federal Oversight. Now What?

The production of cell cultured meat or alternative proteins will soon receive federal oversight from three agencies. Betsy Jibben with AgDay has the story.

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Wolf Protections Could be Removed in Lower 48 States

Agriculture groups view the removal of Endangered Species Act protections for gray wolves as a “conservation success story” and conservationists call it another “relentless assault on wildlife protections.”

Will Cattle Be Profitable Throughout 2019?
Will Cattle Be Profitable Throughout 2019?

Analysts give their price projections for 2019. AgDay reporter Betsy Jibben talks with Don Close of Rabo AgriFinance; Chip Nellinger of BlueReef Agri-Marketing; Kevin Good of CattleFax and Craig VanDyke of Top Third.

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Here’s Why Bale Density Matters

A university research study explains how higher density round bales relates to lower feed costs and more money in the bank. Learn how New Holland balers are leading the industry in bale density.

Policy Goals Laid Out by NCBA for 2019
Policy Goals Laid Out by NCBA for 2019

The National Cattlemen’s Beef Association (NCBA) has put forth their policy priorities for 2019.

How Are U.S. Beef Exports Despite Tariffs and Trade Tensions?
How Are U.S. Beef Exports Despite Tariffs and Trade Tensions?

The U.S. Meat Export Federation (USMEF) hasn’t released its November numbers past October due to the government shutdown. If they’re anything like October’s numbers, then they could be record-shattering.

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How Are U.S. Beef Exports Despite Tariffs and Trade Tensions?

The U.S. Meat Export Federation (USMEF) hasn’t released its November numbers past October due to the government shutdown. If they’re anything like October’s numbers, then they could be record-shattering.

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U.S. Cattlemen Pressuring For Trade Deal With Japan

Trade talk is a big issue for everyone here at the convention and the focus isn’t just on China. For another year, the priority remains the same, the cattle industry vocal they want a free trade deal with Japan.

A Day At The Sale Barn
A Day At The Sale Barn

AgDay national reporter Betsy Jibben talked with buyers and sellers at a feeder cattle auction in Northern Indiana. She traveled to Shipshewana, Indiana.

Real Meat Vs. Fake Meat: Which Will Get Shoved Out of the Meat Case?
Real Meat Vs. Fake Meat: Which Will Get Shoved Out of the Meat Case?

The dairy industry has been dealing with imitation milk for years. Now cattle producers are seeing meat alternatives starting to crowd their space.

A Day At The Sale Barn
A Day At The Sale Barn

AgDay national reporter Betsy Jibben talked with buyers and sellers at a feeder cattle auction in Northern Indiana. She traveled to Shipshewana, Indiana.

<p>Beef cattle numbers in Mississippi are up and prices are profitable, making 2018 a good year for the industry despite high supply.&nbsp;</p>
Cattle Handling and Animal Welfare Concerns Take Center Stage

Cattle handling and animal welfare continue to be a major focus for the industry.

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Meat Exports Look to Have Set Record Pace in 2018

Even with all of the uncertainty around trade, meat exports for 2018 are expected to be on a record pace.

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Real Meat Vs. Fake Meat: Which Will Get Shoved Out of the Meat Case?

The dairy industry has been dealing with imitation milk for years. Now cattle producers are seeing meat alternatives starting to crowd their space.

Overheard at NCBA 2019
Overheard at NCBA 2019

Missing NCBA’s Cattle Industry Convention this year? Here’s the buzz from attendees and speakers.

Trade, COOL, Japan: Kent Bacus On NCBA Policy Priorities On AgriTalk
Trade, COOL, Japan: Kent Bacus On NCBA Policy Priorities On AgriTalk

“There's no other market that can absorb the beef volume and the value of what we're selling into Japan,” said Kent Bacus, NCBA director of trade and market access. “We have level the playing field."

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NCBA: Markets Expected to Remain Strong; Leverage Shift on the Horizon

The U.S. will see a shift away from El Niño conditions in 2019, Art Douglas said during the 2019 CattleFax Outlook Seminar, held as part of the 2019 Cattle Industry Convention and NCBA Trade Show.

Trade, Fake Meat and Deregulation Focus for NCBA
Trade, Fake Meat and Deregulation Focus for NCBA

With a new U.S. Congress, policy and regulatory changes might be hard to come by for cattle producers.

Farm Bill an Early Christmas Present for Cattlemen
Farm Bill an Early Christmas Present for Cattlemen

The farm bill is being praised by national and state organizations representing beef producers for the benefits it will provide cattlemen.

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Cattlemen Pleased with 2018 Farm Bill; Urge ‘Yes’ Votes

Both the U.S. Cattlemen’s Association (USCA) and National Cattlemen's Beef Association (NCBA) are happy with elements of the farm bill.

Cattle Haulers: Get BQA Transportation Certification by 2020
Cattle Haulers: Get BQA Transportation Certification by 2020

As producers rush to complete BQA certification, cattle haulers should also take note—they will need certification in the BQA Transportation program by Jan. 1, 2020.

NCBA Defends Checkoff Against R-CALF, Activists

NCBA calls lawsuit allegations "without merit," and R-CALF a "front group for activists seeking to divide the industry, lessen beef demand and drive producers out of business."

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Cattlemen’s Groups Voice Concerns with Lab-grown Meat to USDA, FDA

State cattlemen’s groups and national organizations representing beef producers shared their concerns with lab-grown meat labeling and safety to two government agencies.

It's Time to End the Checkoff Squabble

Some 13 years later, tensions remain high over America’s beef checkoff, with a new legal challenge that seeks to deliver a crippling blow to the state beef councils in 15 states.

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It's Time to End the Checkoff Squabble

Some 13 years later, tensions remain high over America’s beef checkoff, with a new legal challenge that seeks to deliver a crippling blow to the state beef councils in 15 states.

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Cattle Groups Voice Differing Opinions on Trade Deals

In separate interviews with AgriTalk representatives from two major beef industry organizations discussed major trade deals that have been negotiated recently.

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Contentious Battle Continues Over the Beef Checkoff

Discussions about how the beef checkoff serves it's members continue to divide the cattle industry.

“Great News" & "Missed Opportunity" in U.S.-Mexico-Canada Agreement

Industry groups react to details of a new United States-Mexico-Canada (USMC) Agreement with Canada and Mexico.

“Great News" & "Missed Opportunity" in U.S.-Mexico-Canada Agreement
“Great News" & "Missed Opportunity" in U.S.-Mexico-Canada Agreement

Industry groups react to details of a new United States-Mexico-Canada (USMC) Agreement with Canada and Mexico.

Op-Ed: Let Us Be Clear, NCBA Responds

Attacks on the checkoff is only weakening the beef industry , says John Robinson, vice president of Membership and Communications, National Cattlemen's Beef Association.

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Op-Ed: Let Us Be Clear, NCBA Responds

Attacks on the checkoff is only weakening the beef industry , says John Robinson, vice president of Membership and Communications, National Cattlemen's Beef Association.

Op-Ed: No Smear Campaign, Unpaid Whistle Blower Retorts
Op-Ed: No Smear Campaign, Unpaid Whistle Blower Retorts

Cattle producer Kate Miller says attorney David Muraskin’s reply falls short of the fact-based analysis she seeks.

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Public Justice Attorney Claims "Smear Campaign" Against R-CALF and OCM

Attacks against the Ranchers-Cattlemen Action Legal Fund, United Stockgrowers of America (R-CALF) and the Organization of Competitive Markets (OCM) are called “desperate” and “coordinated,” says David Muraskin.

Is Traceability Now A Cost of Doing Business For Cattlemen?

Traceability in the food animal industry is more than negating disease risk—consumers are demanding more information about their food.

A standoff between packers and cattle feeders has slowed cash trade for the third straight week.
Is Traceability Now A Cost of Doing Business For Cattlemen?

Traceability in the food animal industry is more than negating disease risk—consumers are demanding more information about their food.

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Cattlemen’s Debate: What to Call Fake Meat? Who Should Regulate?

Two cattlemen’s organizations are debating what to call lab-grown “meat,” and within that debate is who should regulate the emerging product and possible competitor to beef.

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Beef Leaders Say Tariff Plan Will Help But It Won't Solve Problems

Policy news grabbed the headlines yesterday, as USDA Secretary Sonny Perdue announced a $12 billion relief package for farmers impacted by tariffs. Beef leaders say they look forward to reviewing the details.

Ranchers Learn About Injection-Site Blemishes, Value of Beef Carcass

Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service specialists show how injection–site blemishes can diminish the value of beef carcasses at the recent Texas and Southwestern Cattle Raisers Association Convention in Fort Worth.

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Ranchers Learn About Injection-Site Blemishes, Value of Beef Carcass

Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service specialists show how injection–site blemishes can diminish the value of beef carcasses at the recent Texas and Southwestern Cattle Raisers Association Convention in Fort Worth.

What's Next For “Beef. It’s What’s For Dinner”?
What's Next For “Beef. It’s What’s For Dinner”?

“Beef. It’s What’s For Dinner” is a recognizable catch-phrase for the Beef Checkoff. The music, from the Aaron Copeland ballet entitled, “Rodeo” premiered during World War II.

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Fake Meat: A Threat To The Beef Industry?

The beef industry is watching the popularity of alternative proteins of plant-based and meatless burgers. The National Cattlemen’s Beef Association (NCBA) even added fake meat to its policy agenda.