Livestock
The U.S. Meat Export Federation says technical barriers and uncertainty continue to weigh on exports to China while U.S. beef continues to find growth opportunities in other international markets.
Specialty Risk’s Jake Charleston discusses PRF coverage as producers navigate drought conditions.
Imported lean beef may already be trading at roughly the discount President Donald Trump has cited, suggesting the 25 percent figure reflects existing market prices rather than a guaranteed reduction in retail beef costs.
Expanded coverage gives cattle producers another way to protect future calf values as they consider rebuilding their herds.
Crop margins remain under pressure while stronger protein demand provides more support for livestock and dairy producers.
Consumers are showing stronger demand for meat at grocery stores as financial pressure weighs on restaurant spending.
CoBank says consumer trends and export competition are increasing the focus on milk components.
USDA researchers say the method could also produce healthier males for release in the field.
Lower beef and pork inventories point to tighter supplies, while growing turkey stocks could add pressure heading into fall.
Record cattle prices are making replacement-heifer decisions more costly as producers consider rebuilding their herds.
Meridan Agribusiness Advisors researchers estimate beef-on-dairy cattle now account for roughly 20 percent of calf and beef supply, with room to grow.
Ranchers are raising concerns as the U.S. cattle industry works to rebuild a historically tight herd.
Texas has lifted movement restrictions in five counties after officials determined wild screwworm populations had been eliminated in those areas.
More cows are driving higher milk production despite rising replacement and feed costs.
Lower beef cow and heifer slaughter is adding to signs of potential herd rebuilding.
Heavier cattle are helping maintain beef output as tighter supplies continue to reduce slaughter numbers.
Cattle: Beef & Dairy
RealAg Radio host Shaun Haney says talks between U.S. Trade Representative Jamieson Greer and Canadian negotiators remain stalled, leaving producers and businesses watching closely for what comes next.
RanchHER Martha Santos shares her experience and perspective with FarmHER+ RanchHER’s Kirbe Schnoor on the new episode of the Dirt Diaries podcast, available Tuesday on all podcast platforms.
RealAg Radio’s Shaun Haney says escalating uncertainty around the U.S.-Canada trade relationship will remain an issue to watch in agriculture.
Pork
The latest USDA numbers point to stable near-term pork supplies, while a smaller breeding herd could limit future production growth.
USDA forecasts beef prices will rise 9.8 percent in 2026 as cattle producers push back against a proposal to increase foreign beef imports.
Researchers are also working to strengthen African swine fever preparedness.
Poultry
The Poultry Pioneers program explores egg quality across different breeds.
SharkFarmer’s next “Man on the Street,” Tyler Froberg, says blending education and entertainment effectively tells agriculture’s story and bridges farmers with consumers.
Beef losses mounted as poultry and pork operations posted stronger results.
Sheep, Goats & Lamb
The affected sheep was not carrying an official ear tag, which may limit traceability.
The Virginia Farm Bureau highlights how Joseph Bates transformed a small herd into a thriving operation.
U.S. agriculture monitors Brazil tariffs and a new lamb import investigation as trade policy changes could impact farmers, ranchers, and global markets.
