Welcome to our Weekly Newsletter! In this space, we'll keep you up to date with the most relevant News and interesting Blogs. We'll explore a wide range of topics that have captured the attention of the online community.

Buying Corn Silage to Feed Beef Cows in Winter

11 Nov 2024 - Morning Ag Clips

Moisture and fall forage growth have been disappointing in 2024. The bumper crop of corn this year has prompted many cattle farmers to consider feeding their cows corn silage.

USMEF says red meat export market continues to navigate headwinds well

07 Nov 2024 - Brownfield Ag News

The CEO of the U.S. Meat Export Federation says the beef and pork export industry is getting used to navigating volatility in the global markets. Dan Halstrom says there have been plenty of headwinds to overcome. 

USDA awards $140M in grants to help lower food prices

12 Nov 2024 - Supermarket News

In the days leading up to the presidential election on Nov. 5, the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) announced over $140 million in grants aimed at helping farmers, increasing competition, and lowering food costs.

Management Tips for Receiving New Calves Into Feedlot

12 Nov 2024 - Drovers

One of the most critical times for cattle coming into the feedyard is within the first two weeks. Feedlot owners and cow-calf producers can use best practices for helping those cattle get off to a good start when entering the yard.

2024 Iowa Cattle Industry Convention, December 12-13

13 Nov 2024 - Morning Ag Clips

The Iowa Cattlemen’s Association (ICA), the leading grassroots organization supporting Iowa’s beef cattle industry, invites cattle producers and industry supporters to attend the 2024 Iowa Cattle Industry Convention held December 12 and 13 at the Gateway Hotel and Conference Center in Ames, Iowa.

How safe is US food? Experts' verdicts after listeria, E. coli outbreaks

14 Nov 2024 - Newsweek

Food safety remains a pressing concern in the United States—the combination of vast food production networks and complex supply chains creates both opportunities and risks for contamination.

What is the outlook for meat exports in 2025?

14 Nov 2024 - Iowa Agribusiness Radio Network

We have had a solid year, once again, for red meat exports in 2024. Many folks are working hard behind the scenes to sustain and strengthen our existing markets and putting the same efforts into cultivating new trade opportunities around the globe.

Avian flu confirmed in more US poultry, cattle; more than 500 herds now affected

14 Nov 2024 - CIDRAP

The US Department of Agriculture (USDA) Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) confirmed more H5 avian influenza outbreaks in dairy cows and poultry.

Ham prices could increase as holidays approach

14 Nov 2024 - News Channel 6

Texas A&M AgriLife has reported that due to lower pork production toward the holiday season could result in higher prices on hams this holiday season.

Meat Institute Urges U.S. to Adopt Strong Trade Policy, Remove Barriers for Meat Exports

15 Nov 2024 - AgNet West

The Meat Institute has urged the U.S. Trade Representative (USTR) to adopt a robust trade policy for 2025 to support the meat and poultry industry.