Aug 28
As Mexican live cattle begin crossing into the United States through Douglas, Arizona, after months of enhanced New World screwworm prevention measures, USDA is outlining the animal health protocol cattle must complete before entering the country. The details were provided by USDA Acting Chief Veterinary Officer Alan Huddleston and Rod Bain of the U.S. Department …
Aug 27
Oklahoma is officially fully engulfed in drought, with 100% of the state now experiencing at least Moderate Drought (D1) conditions according to the latest U.S. Drought Monitor update. This marks the first time since November 1, 2022, that every part of the state has met the moderate drought threshold. Severe conditions continue to expand rapidly …
Aug 27
To view the latest Oklahoma drought map, CLICK HERE. Drought conditions continue to worsen across Oklahoma as persistent heat and a lack of meaningful rainfall put more stress on farmers and ranchers. Exceptional drought now covers 12.06% of the state, while moderate to extreme drought affects all of Oklahoma. And with no significant rainfall in the …
Aug 26
Following a beef industry roundtable in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma Governor Kevin Stitt and Oklahoma Secretary of Agriculture Blayne Arthur voiced strong concerns over recent federal market interventions, warning that abrupt policy shifts disrupt cattle operations and undermine market stability. Both leaders outlined key takeaways from the discussion with agricultural producers and discussed the mission of …
Aug 25
In today’s Beef Buzz, senior farm and ranch broadcaster Ron Hays speaks with Don Close of Terrain about President Donald Trump’s proposal to lower tariffs on imported beef and the potential impact on U.S. cattle producers. Close says the biggest concern goes beyond the immediate market reaction, warning the announcement could have a lasting impact …
Aug 24
In the latest Crop Progress report from USDA, the U.S. corn crop is rated 57% Good to Excellent this week, down 3 points from last week. Soybean crop conditions are rated 60% good to excellent this week, down 1 point from last week. The U.S. cotton crop is rated 37% good to excellent this week, …
Aug 24
In today’s Beef Buzz, senior farm and ranch broadcaster Ron Hays speaks with Don Close of Terrain, who says the latest USDA Cattle on Feed report contained some encouraging signs for the cattle market, particularly the lower-than-expected placement number. Placements Below Trade Expectations Close says he was pleased with the report because placements came in …
Aug 24
A panel of veteran agricultural leaders held a comprehensive media briefing to formally launch Restore American Agriculture, an initiative aimed at breaking congressional gridlock, restoring long-term bipartisan alliances, and directly addressing the worsening economic crisis across rural America. The group—responsible for coordinating recent bipartisan letters signed by dozens of agricultural figures to the House and …
Aug 21
In a significant market access win for U.S. agriculture, Nigeria is now open to a wide range of U.S. beef and pork products. While Nigeria previously accepted only a limited number of processed meat items, the USDA Export Library now states that U.S. red meat products can be exported to Nigeria unless they are specifically exclud Nigeria …
Aug 21
In today’s Beef Buzz, senior farm and ranch broadcaster Ron Hays speaks with Bray Haven, executive vice president of Cattlemen’s Congress, about the success of the 2026 event and preparations already underway for the 2027 show. In a communication from Congress to the beef industry this week- “The 2026 Cattlemen’s Congress once again demonstrated why …
