Soybeans were sharply lower as the selloff continues. Export demand has been sluggish and there are still no new reported sales of soybeans to China. Weather conditions have been mostly favorable for crop development. The market has also been pressured by sharply lower energy markets and the sharp drop in soybean meal. Traders are also […] The post Losses continue in soybeans and corn appeared first on Brownfield Ag News.
National Pork Board senior director of human nutrition Kristen Hicks-Roof says pork continues to gain national recognition as a nutritious, high-quality protein. She tells Brownfield with continued investment in science and engagement with health professionals, pork is well-positioned to remain a trusted choice on consumers’ plates. The post Research informs pork decisions, nutrition drives purchases appeared first on Brownfield Ag News.
The CEO of the National Cattleman’s Beef Association says consumer demand continues to be strong for beef despite record prices in the retail case. Colin Woodall tells Brownfield, “Demand is strong because of the quality of the product that we are putting out there.” He says, “We are producing the best quality beef we ever […] The post Quality credited with continued strong beef demand appeared first on Brownfield Ag […]
The National Pork Producers Council is calling for a quick renewal of the U.S. Mexico Canada Agreement. NPPC vice president of government affairs Maria Zieba says U.S. pork exports to Mexico are valued at $2.8 billion. “And over $750 million to Canada. It’s a very important agreement for our industry.” She says NPPC would like […] The post NPPC pushes for swift USMCA renewal ahead of July review appeared first […]
There continues to be debate within the industry about the balance between free markets and government oversight. Iowa Senator Chuck Grassley says the role of the nation’s largest meat packers in price transparency is still a concern from some producers in his state. “Since they’re making more money, we aren’t hearing that, but there’s still […] The post Cattle industry seeking fair and stable markets appeared first on Brownfield Ag […]
The chief veterinarian of the National Pork Board says it’s been a difficult year as pork producers battle swine diseases. Dr. Dusty Odekoven says Porcine Reproductive and Respiratory Disease (PRRS) and Porcine Epidemic Diarrhea Virus (PEDv) are the most challenging. “We’ve heard that really as we go back a year ago when we started collecting […] The post National Pork Board: disease pressure remains top concern for producers appeared first […]
House Ag Committee Chairman Glenn “GT” Thompson says Wednesday’s detection of New World screwworm in southern Texas is not what the cattle industry hoped to see. “But we are prepared to fight this,” the chairman said. “Containing the spread through quarantine measures, sterile fly dispersals, and deploying treatment options to any animals that may be […] The post GT Thompson: NWS detection in Texas not what cattle producers wanted appeared […]
Several Illinois cattle producers say it’s been a good year for hay so far. McDonough County farmer Shannon Welsh, president of the Illinois Beef Association, says first cutting in his area was a little early. “That’s the good news. The hay is abundant this year.” He says, “It was a short year last year. Some […] The post Illinois hay crop off to good start appeared first on Brownfield Ag […]
Cattle producers bring their policy concerns to Capitol Hill. Attendees of this year’s event are meeting with their state’s Congressional representatives and staffs throughout the day to share priorities impacting their operations. Eastern Nebraska cow/calf producer Devin Jakub says the devastation from wildfires and ongoing drought in his state elevates the needs for more flexibility […] The post Producers advocate for policy changes impacting ranch operations appeared first on Brownfield […]
