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USDA Extends Comment Period on Beef Grade Standards

Published Yesterday

USDA is giving the cattle industry another 90 days to comment on potential changes to federal beef grade standards. The Agricultural Marketing Service extended the comment deadline to December 7.The review began at the request of the American Wagyu Association…

Drought Provides Chance to Improve Cow Herd

Published August 26, 2026

This year's drought is forcing ranchers to make difficult decisions, but NDSU Extension Forage Crop Production Specialist James Rogers says it can also provide an opportunity to identify weaknesses in a cow herd. Rogers recommends producers review individual animal performance…

Is the Bullish Cattle Market Over?

Published July 16, 2026

Cattle futures have been under pressure. Ag Bull Trading President Tommy Grisafi says it feels like the tone in the cattle market has changed. "Maybe, just maybe, this big six-year bull market in cattle is over," Grisafi told RRFN. "When…

Beef Exports Continue to Boost Producer Returns

Published July 14, 2026

North Dakota Beef Commission member Carmel Miller says export markets remain one of the biggest drivers of cattle profitability, adding significant value to every animal marketed. "Export markets add over $435 per head to live cattle prices. For example, South…

What’s Hot What’s Not in the Markets

Published July 13, 2026

The grain markets have taken over the spotlight after a bullish USDA report and renewed geopolitical concerns, according to Martinson Ag Risk Management President Randy Martinson. Martinson says wheat has become the market leader as escalating conflict involving Russia, Ukraine…

Farm Action Offers Proposal to Rebuild Cattle Herd

Published June 17, 2026

A watchdog group, Farm Action, has published a white paper to rebuild the U.S. cattle herd. The list of recommendations includes a temporary tax break for farms and ranches that retain heifers. Farm Action also supports mandatory country-of-origin labeling, support…

Increased Pneumonia Risk

Published May 25, 2026

NDSU Extension Veterinarian Dr. Jake Galbreth says windy, dusty weather increased the risk of pneumonia and pinkeye in cattle. “You might see more coughing in the herd,” Galbreth said. “If they start wheezing and coughing really persistently, that’s when we…

Livestock Water Concerns in North Dakota

Published May 8, 2026

Low spring runoff and below-average precipitation could lead to access issues for adequate, good-quality water for livestock this spring. NDSU Extension Veterinarian Jake Galbreath says they’ve received multiple reports of water sources that are either low, dried up or toxic…

Healthy Balance Sheet for Cattle Sector

Published May 8, 2026

The cattle industry continues to benefit from strong markets. Fallon Savage, senior vice president of corporate credit, Farm Credit Services of America, said balance sheets are healthy. A disciplined marketing approach is being seen. “Most of them have stayed pretty…

Newborn Calves Face Wet, Muddy Conditions

Published April 6, 2026

NDSU Extension Livestock Specialist Lisa Pederson says the recent wet snow has hampered calving. "While the moisture was certainly welcome, I think probably most folks would wished it would have come at a different time," said Peterson. "We're going to…

Articles tagged under: cattle

USDA Extends Comment Period on Beef Grade Standards

Drought Provides Chance to Improve Cow Herd

Is the Bullish Cattle Market Over?

Beef Exports Continue to Boost Producer Returns

What’s Hot What’s Not in the Markets

Farm Action Offers Proposal to Rebuild Cattle Herd

Increased Pneumonia Risk

Livestock Water Concerns in North Dakota

Healthy Balance Sheet for Cattle Sector

Newborn Calves Face Wet, Muddy Conditions

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