New Strategies for Beef Production
TL;DR: Innovative tools now help beef producers select profitable bulls by predicting feed intake, growth, and efficiency, driving sustainability and profit in the industry through informed breeding choices and modern selection indexes. In the world of beef production, increasing profits and sustainability is crucial. Feed costs, a significant variable expense during the finishing stage, are […]
USDA’s Trade Mission Strategy Expands to India
TL;DR: USDA targets India for trade expansion after securing $67 million in sales from a trade mission to South Korea, focusing on agricultural exports. Following successful outcomes in South Korea, the USDA is now targeting India to boost U.S. agricultural exports. The recent South Korea mission yielded promising results, with $67 million in anticipated sales […]
USPOULTRY Funds Poultry Research
TL;DR: USPOULTRY funds $363,000 for research at two universities, targeting poultry diseases and aiming for non-antibiotic disease prevention methods. TUCKER, GA. — The US Poultry & Egg Association and its Foundation have granted $363,000 for new poultry studies. These grants, allocated to two leading academic institutions, target key challenges within the poultry sector. The funded […]
The Impact of Baltimore’s Key Bridge Collapse on Agriculture
TL;DR: The Key Bridge collapse in Baltimore disrupts port operations, affecting agriculture exports and imports. The incident highlights supply chain vulnerabilities, impacting local farmers and manufacturers, and emphasising the need for resilient infrastructure in supporting trade. On March 26, a container ship collided with Baltimore’s Francis Scott Key Bridge, causing its collapse and the unfortunate […]
Navigating the Ageing Workforce Dilemma
TL;DR: Businesses face hiring challenges as baby boomers retire, leading to a shift towards valuing older workers for their experience, reliability, and mentoring capabilities in a competitive labour market. As companies emerge from the economic standstill triggered by the pandemic, they encounter a fresh obstacle: the recruitment of adept workers. This challenge is intensified by […]
US Meat Exports Continue to Perform Strongly
TL;DR: US pork and beef exports remained strong in February, with pork growing globally and beef value increasing despite tight supplies. Lamb exports also rose, led by the Bahamas and Canada. DENVER — This February, US pork exports stayed robust, supported by growth in various regions including the Western Hemisphere, South Korea, and Australia. The […]
New Name for Cattle Disease Announced
TL;DR: AABP renames dairy cattle disease to Bovine Influenza A Virus (BIAV) to clarify its impact and maintain trust in beef and dairy. ASHLAND, OHIO — The American Association of Bovine Practitioners (AABP) disclosed in a recent letter their decision to rename the disease affecting dairy cattle across the United States. The condition, previously associated […]
USDA Calls for Climate Action Proposals
TL;DR: USDA allocates $1.5 billion for conservation/climate projects via RCPP, encouraging proposals from farmers, and ranchers, and enhancing efforts with new funding from the Inflation Reduction Act. MANKATO, MINN. — Last week, the US Department of Agriculture announced its plan to invest $1.5 billion in 2024. This fund is aimed at conservation and climate change […]
Food Prices Set to Slow Down in 2024
TL;DR: USDA expects food prices to rise by 2.5% in 2024, with dining-out costs increasing more than groceries. The USDA forecasts a drop in food prices this year, marking a change from recent trends. After minor increases early in 2024, all food prices are expected to rise by about 2.5%. The Consumer Price Index for […]
Meat Sales See Strong Start in 2024
TL;DR: In 2024, meat sales remained strong despite a slight dip in consumer confidence. Fresh meat sales surged, while processed meat saw stable demand, as tracked by Circana’s expanded MULO+ coverage. Consumer confidence dipped slightly in February after three months of gains, the University of Michigan reports. Despite this, optimism about inflation’s trajectory remains. February […]
