Livestock Articles
No Silver Bullet
Published October 11, 2021
National Cattlemen's Beef Association Vice President Todd Wilkinson testified before the House Agriculture Committee Thursday. The De Smet, South Dakota rancher said the industry is facing complex issues. "Let me be clear," said Wilkinson. "There is no such thing as…Canola Minute
Published October 11, 2021
Canola meal has recently been found to improve the environmental footprint of milk production. Learn more in the latest Canola Minute, made possible by the Northern Canola Growers Association.Minnesota Beef Update
Published October 10, 2021
The Minnesota Beef Ambassador program will be held during the Minnesota Beef Expo later this month. Learn more about the program from Minnesota CattleWomen's Association member Natasha Mortenson in the latest Minnesota Beef Update.Ag Committee Takes Closer Look at Livestock Industry
Published October 8, 2021
The House Agriculture Committee considered the state of the livestock industry in a hearing on Thursday. Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack testified about the importance of creating a resilient and efficient meat processing system, supporting smaller processors and expanding capacity. "There's…Pork Congress Moves to Mankato in ’22
Published October 6, 2021
The Minnesota Pork Congress is moving to a new location in 2022. This event will be held February 15 and 16 and the Mayo Clinic Health System Event Center in Mankato. In recent years, Pork Congress took place in Minneapolis.…Beef Exports Break $1 Billion Milestone
Published October 6, 2021
The United States broke a new value record for beef exports in August. Sales topped the $1 billion mark for the first time. There was record business with China and the largest beef export totals for the year to Japan.…McDonald’s Sets Net Zero Emissions Standard
Published October 5, 2021
McDonald’s has announced plans to cut greenhouse gas emissions to net zero by 2050. That begins with a cut in the emissions by one-third for its suppliers and restaurants worldwide by 2030. McDonald’s Chief Sustainability Officer Jenny McColloch told Reuters…Canola Minute
Published October 3, 2021
Canola meal has recently been found to improve the environmental footprint of milk production. Learn more in the latest Canola Minute, made possible by the Northern Canola Growers Association.Beef Checkoff Lawsuit Advances
Published October 1, 2021
A federal court in Washington, D.C. has denied a motion from USDA to dismiss a lawsuit challenging its handling of the beef checkoff program. R-CALF USA claims the government unlawfully amended the legal and regulatory framework in which the state…