Cattle
President Trump wants to strengthen enforcement of the Packers and Stockyards Act, but R.J. Layher says the Farm Bureau wants USDA to keep three rules in place.
Weakening wells could put costly irrigation investments at risk across the southern High Plains.
Tighter slaughter supplies are increasing competition for market-ready cattle.
Higher butterfat and protein levels can add hundreds of dollars in annual revenue per cow.
The Securing Agriculture’s Workforce Act would expand access to year-round livestock and dairy operations.
Drought and changing cattle supplies could keep pressure on producer margins through the end of the year.
Lower milk and calf prices are providing less support as feed costs move higher.
Early imports under the temporary quota remain well below the amount allowed.
USDA Food Safety Under Secretary Dr. Mindy Brashears explains efforts to expand small processor access, modernize inspection, and improve competition.