Cattle
Robert and Sid Prescott say weather swings have turned the 2026 growing season into a daily challenge.
Blue Ridge Genetics says the technology is improving grazing management while helping conserve natural resources
Texas livestock specialists say the pasture mealybug, an invasive insect, has been confirmed in 70 counties since its discovery in 2025.
Most agricultural imports are consumer-ready foods, including fruits, vegetables, coffee, beverages, and products that supplement domestic supplies or provide year-round availability.
Mexico remained the central buyer in the latest USDA export sales report, while China provided support for soybeans, sorghum, cotton, pork, and cattle hides.
USDA’s July WASDE report projects the smallest U.S. wheat crop since 1970, tighter corn stocks, stronger soybean exports, larger cotton supplies, and higher cattle prices.
USDA adjusted accumulated beef exports down by nearly 114,000 metric tons, stating those exports were reported in error.
Dry conditions, tight cattle supplies and border challenges continue to shape the outlook for the U.S. beef industry.
Cattle futures eased as traders weighed inflation and consumer demand, while robust auction activity under tight herd supplies and new export opportunities continued to support the beef outlook.