Livestock
Rising poultry supply is pressuring prices despite steady demand.
Tasting events in Ghana highlight potential for new export markets
South Texas producers remain on alert as screwworm concerns grow; sterile fly efforts underway to prevent spread.
High prices alone may not drive herd expansion.
The massive Morill wildfire left Nebraska ranchers facing major losses, as relief funds and federal aid step in to support recovery efforts.
Processing slowdowns and invasive species add pressure during peak harvest
U.S. pork production is rising slightly, driven by steady domestic demand, prices, and expanding global meat export markets beyond China.
Strong exports and prices are helping offset rising milk supplies.
Shells from restaurants are collected, cleaned, and returned to the water, where they can support new growth.
RealAg Radio’s Shaun Haney discusses the DOJ investigation into U.S. beef packers, concerns about cattle pricing, and ongoing trade and animal health issues affecting producers.
Strong demand for U.S. beef in Mexico is boosting exports, with buyers seeking both variety meats and high-quality cuts like Prime and Choice ribeye.
The Farm Monitor takes us along to see how they’re leaning on technology to improve poultry production.
Oklahoma livestock economist Dr. Derrell Peel helps us break down the April Cattle-on-Feed report and what it signals for herd rebuilding, supplies and prices moving forward.
Spring Weather Shapes Planting Pace Across U.S. Regions
Export funding aims to strengthen global demand for U.S. commodities.
Cattle: Beef & Dairy
Beef is leading the decline as slaughter drops and supplies tighten.
March pork gains lifted total meat production, but first-quarter output still ran below last year.
Dry conditions are already showing up in pastures across the region this April.
Pork
House lawmakers push toward a Farm Bill vote as debate grows over E15, Prop 12, and input costs, with farmers seeking certainty and policy updates.
March cold storage data showed generally tighter year-over-year stock levels across several key meat and dairy categories.
Lower slaughter numbers reduced 2025 red meat output even with heavier cattle and hogs.
Poultry
Silver fox rabbits, Belgian horses among those making a comeback
Industry leaders argue the decision could disrupt confidence in conservation practices and increase regulatory uncertainty for producers across the region.
$2 million project tests fogging system to stop the virus in poultry facilities
Sheep, Goats & Lamb
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.
Herd contraction remains gradual across North America.
Dr. Kelly Bruns from the Nebraska College of Technical Agriculture discusses how the college prepares students for careers in agriculture.