Articles tagged under: National Cattlemen’s Beef Association
BSE Confirmed in Brazil
Published November 15, 2021
Brazil is investigating two cases of BSE in its cattle herd, but claims contaminated feed is not responsible. China has suspended all beef imports from Brazil and the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association wants the United States to take that same…What’s Included in the Bipartisan Infrastructure Bill
Published November 7, 2021
The $1.2 trillion infrastructure package designates $110 billion for roads and bridges with $66 billion for rail improvements. There’s $65 billion included for high-speed internet investments. For agriculture, there's funding included for a biobased pilot program and updates to the…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…The Strongest Position for the U.S. Cattle Industry is United
Published September 27, 2021
There are huge issues affecting cattle producers across the nation. That’s according to Kimball, Minnesota rancher Don Schiefelbein, who was a featured speaker during the 92nd Annual North Dakota Stockmen’s Association Convention. Front and center in Washington D.C. are taxes.…NCBA Urges USDA to Enforce BSE Safeguards
Published September 8, 2021
The National Cattlemen’s Beef Association has released a statement regarding the two cases of BSE found in Brazil. It says Brazil has a history of failing to report BSE cases on a timely basis and USDA needs to enforce safety…NCBA Condemns Court Ruling That Vacates Navigable Waters Rule
Published September 1, 2021
The latest chapter in wetlands policy is resulting in more uncertainty for farmers and ranchers. A federal court in Arizona struck down the Navigable Waters Protection Rule that was implemented last year. "The 2015 WOTUS rule is no longer on…Cattle Producers ‘Back in Action’ in Nashville
Published August 16, 2021
After a six-month delay, the Cattle Industry Convention was back in action and in person. Convention registrations are down slightly compared to previous years, but that didn't stop nearly 6,500 pairs of cowboy boots from leaving their mark in Nashville.…Cattle Industry Unveils Sustainability Goals, Including Climate Neutrality by 2040
Published August 15, 2021
Sustainability continues to be a buzz word in agriculture, especially when it comes to cattle production. According to National Cattlemen’s Beef Association CEO Colin Woodall, the topic isn’t going away anytime soon. That's why a brand-new beef sustainability plan was…Preparing for a Foreign Animal Disease Outbreak
Published August 12, 2021
The concept of a national vaccine bank for animal agriculture was included in the last farm bill. National Cattlemen’s Beef Association Director of Animal Health and Food Safety Policy Chase DeCoite says the federal government now needs to take the…