Livestock Articles
Promoting U.S. Beef in Japan
Published September 9, 2019
The North Dakota Beef Commission had two representatives in Tokyo for the U.S. Meat Export Federation trade trip. Mark Voll, who ranches in western North Dakota, says the Japanese consumers are looking for non-traditional beef cuts. "A beef tongue in…South Dakota Animal Disease Research and Diagnostics Lab
Published September 9, 2019
The South Dakota Animal Disease Research and Diagnostics Lab had a ribbon cutting event on Friday. Lab director Jane Christopher-Hennings says the facilities are much needed. "We're currently in a building from 1967 and there was an addition put on…Despite Trade Skirmish, Pork Exports Break Records
Published September 6, 2019
U.S. pork exports were record large in July. At more than 233 metric tons, pork exports were up 32 percent from one year ago. Exports to China and Hong Kong reached a record $152.5 million in value. Mexico and Japan…Minnesota Beef Update
Published September 4, 2019
The Minnesota State Cattlemen's Association is pleased with the announcement of an agreement, in principle, between the U.S. and Japan. Learn more from MSCA Executive Director Ashley Kohls in the latest Minnesota Beef Update.Tyson Plant Could Be Operational By January 2020
Published September 4, 2019
Tyson Foods says its Holcomb, Kansas plant, damaged by fire in August, is expected to be fully operational by January. Tyson Foods CEO Noel White says some beef processing has already resumed in a portion of the plant that was…Cattle Producers Encouraged by Japan Trade News
Published August 30, 2019
The U.S. and Japan have an agreement, in principle, following months of trade negotiations. Cattle producers are encouraged by the news, as Japan is the top market for U.S. beef. North Dakota Stockmen’s Association President Dan Rorvig says the Japanese…Cattle Market Volatility Not Going Away Overnight
Published August 30, 2019
There has been a lot of volatility in the cattle markets lately. NDSU Extension livestock economist Tim Petry says that volatility will not go away overnight. For Northern Plains cattle producers, their eyes are on the corn market and feeder…USDA Looking into Beef Packer Margins
Published August 28, 2019
USDA is looking into a fire that damaged a Tyson beef processing plant in western Kansas. Recent beef packer margins are being investigated to determine if there’s been price manipulation or unfair practices. In a statement, Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue…Minnesota Beef Update
Published August 28, 2019
At this year’s Minnesota State Fair, Minnesota Beef is working with youth on beef activities. Learn more from Minnesota Beef Council Director of Industry Relations Royalee Rhoads in the latest Minnesota Beef update.