USA Cattle on Feed Report Dec 22 2023
The USDA Cattle on Feed report, released on December 22, 2023, by the National Agricultural Statistics Service (NASS), offers crucial insights into the U.S. cattle industry. The report details cattle and calves on feed for the slaughter market in the United States for feedlots with a capacity of 1,000 or more heads. As of December […]
USDA Report Reveals Contrasting Trends in Meat Storage
The latest Cold Storage report from the USDA has painted a contrasting picture for red meat and poultry storage in the United States. The report, which provides a snapshot of the industry as of November, indicates a downward trend for red meat, with an 11% decrease from the same period last year. In contrast, poultry […]
Vigilant Research Shields US Pork from African Swine Fever Threat
In 2022, the US pork industry, a cornerstone of American agriculture with a staggering value of $30 billion, stands at a crossroads due to the looming threat of African Swine Fever (ASF). This peril, not yet witnessed on American soil, has galvanised the USDA National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA) into action, championing research […]
APHIS eFile: Revolutionising the Permitting and Licensing Process in Agriculture
The United States Department of Agriculture’s Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) has recently completed the development of its eFile system. This digital platform is designed to significantly streamline the process of obtaining permits and licences for activities related to animal and plant health, as well as animal welfare. APHIS eFile serves as a […]
Labour Shortfall Emerges as Key Hurdle in Agriculture: Insights from Minneapolis Fed’s Recent Survey
A recent survey by the Minneapolis Federal Reserve has cast a spotlight on a pressing issue facing the agricultural sector: labour shortages. This survey, engaging with agricultural bankers across the ninth district, which includes Minnesota, Montana, North Dakota, South Dakota, and Wisconsin, paints a picture of growing concern. A significant 63% of the respondents flagged […]
2024 Food Science Trends: Farm-to-Fork Strategy, Food as Medicine, Enhanced Safety, and AI Integration
TLDR In 2024, the Institute of Food Technologists (IFT) anticipates four significant trends in food science that are set to influence the sector. These trends encompass a comprehensive farm-to-fork strategy, the concept of food as medicine, advancements in food safety, and the integration of artificial intelligence (AI) in food technology. The farm-to-fork strategy highlights the […]
Proposition 12’s Implications for Agriculture: A Comprehensive Overview as January 2024 Deadline Approaches
As the agricultural sector approaches the January 1, 2024 deadline for the full enforcement of California’s Proposition 12, the industry braces for significant changes. Proposition 12, already technically in effect, is poised to transform the pork market in California, with experts predicting a range of impacts. Michael Formica, Chief Legal Strategist at the National Pork […]
Recent Trends in Cattle and Hog Markets: A Closer Look at Profit Margins
As we approached the close of the week ending December 23, the agricultural sector, particularly cattle feeders, faced continued economic pressures, as detailed in the latest report from the Sterling Beef Profit Tracker. The average losses for cattle feeders were pegged at $110 per head, marking a trend of negative margins that has persisted for […]
Shifts in Beef Consumption in the United States: A Generational Perspective
The Decline of Beef’s Popularity In the early 1970s, beef was a staple in the American diet, symbolised by dishes like stroganoff, stews, and steak lunches. However, since its peak in 1975, when Americans consumed an average of nearly 90 pounds of beef per year, there has been a significant decline. Today, this figure has […]
A Little Longer Wait for New Organic Livestock Rules
Heads up, folks in the farming world! The Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS) has just hit the pause button on the Organic Livestock and Poultry Standards (OLPS) final rule that was set to roll out. Originally dropped into the public domain on November 2, this rule’s got a new ‘kick-off’ date: January 12. Why the delay, […]
