China committed to increase their purchases of U.S. ag exports by $73.8 billion over the course of two years. Census Bureau data has indicated that China is running behind on their commitments. Read more

The controversial Keystone XL Pipeline Project has officially been terminated after more than a decade-long battle between the energy industry and environmentalists. Read more

In early June, members of the Congressional Western Caucus, California congressional representatives and staff members met in Santa Barbara, CA, hearing from community leaders on issues from drought and wildfire prevention to agriculture and energy independence. Read more

Jim Wiesemeyer, Washington policy analyst for ProFarmer and Farm Journal, offered his perspective on the agriculture and protein sector both domestically and internationally as the keynote speaker at U.S. Meat Export Federation’s (USMEF) Virtual Spring Conference on May 26. Read more

A recent study by Oregon State University (OSU) showed land productivity could be increased when combining sheep grazing and solar electricity production on the same land. Read more

“Looking to next week, the live cattle complex could be subject to some stark changes as boxed beef prices are expected to be lower and the cash cattle market could feel pressured as well." Read more

Ahead of the summer grilling season, Walmart announced the launch of an Angus beef line under the McClaren Farms label at nearly 500 stores in the Southeast. Read more

USDA will spend more than $4 billion to focus on diversifying “critical supply chains” after examining lessons learned from the coronavirus pandemic, and tie at least part of the funding to transforming livestock markets. Read more

While valuable, some tried-and-true drought resilience strategies can also deflect attention from the monumental challenges posed by droughts to natural areas, waterways, agriculture and people in California.  Read more

Each season of the year brings management considerations for the beef producer. For summer, two groups in the herd—first-calf heifers and young calves—need special attention. Read more

Foot rot is an infectious disease of cattle, causing swelling and lameness in at least one foot. The associated lameness often leads to decreased appetite and overall performance. Read more

Cyanobacteria, also known as blue-green algae, can produce toxins that are harmful to livestock, wildlife and people. The growth of this bacteria is aided by high temperatures. Read more

The past two years have been more like a James Bond movie with a relentless series of unusual and unprecedented events that have kept the industry in a constant state of turmoil. Read more

Officials of the Kentucky State Fair Board recently announced that J. Neil Orth has been selected as the 2021 Saddle and Sirloin Portrait Gallery inductee. The Saddle and Sirloin award is one of the highest honors awarded to individuals in the livestock industry.  Read more

USDA’s Farm Service Agency recently announced an initiative to quantify climate benefits of the Conservation Reserve Program (CRP).  Read more