Livestock
The DOJ’s new antitrust probe could reshape beef-packer behavior, with potential impacts on fed-cattle prices, processor margins, and long-term competition across the supply chain.
‘Tamarack Biotics’ has secured initial FDA acceptance of using UV light for milk safety
“What’s good for the herd is good for the bird, and vice versa.”
“It is estimated that... we lost anywhere from $250,000-500,000 that morning...”
“Every little disruption just raises the cost, and it’s just going to raise the cost to the consumer.”
Today, the Breugmans grow wheat, canola, and hay and raise cattle in their century-old ranching operation in Grangeville, Idaho.
Cattle: Beef & Dairy
Strong corn demand and cotton shipments support export outlook.
Mexican livestock officials are emphasizing surveillance and inspection systems to preserve access to the U.S. cattle export market. Texas’ Bovina Feeders explains the rising stakes as the border stays closed.
Farm Bureau Economist Dr. Faith Parum explains the role farm safety net programs play in supporting farm finances as growers head into the 2026 planting season.
Pork
Poultry
Here are the top agriculture news headlines from RFD-TV News today (Thursday, Feb. 27, 2025) and the top trending stories on RFD-TV News.
Sheep, Goats & Lamb
David Fisher with the American Lamb Board joined us to discuss a new sustainability program designed to boost producer profitability while supporting stewardship practices.
March 15 of each year is the application deadline for the Pima Cotton Trust, and March 1 of each year is the application deadline for the Wool Trust. The law mandates trust payments by April 15. More information about these programs is available at www.fas.usda.gov/programs.
From barns to show rings, producers and students say that livestock events offer economic opportunity and life lessons. Let’s take a look at some shows across the southeast in Georgia, Virginia and Louisiana.
