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Inaction on Traceability is Unacceptable
By Mark Eisele The future of the U.S. cattle industry hinges on our ability to swiftly respond to disease outbreaks. Yet, some groups and individuals continue to fight tools which could protect our livelihoods. The most recent rule to come under fire is the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) animal disease traceability regulation. In the face of a potential foot and mouth disease (FMD) outbreak, every minute counts.
Inaction on traceability is unacceptable
The future of the U.S. cattle industry hinges on our ability to swiftly respond to disease outbreaks. Yet, some groups and individuals continue to fight the tools that could protect our livelihoods. The most recent rule to come under fire is the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s animal disease traceability regulation. In the face of a potential foot-and-mouth disease outbreak, every minute counts.
Inaction on traceability is unacceptable Original
By Mark Eisele, Wyoming Cattle Producer and NCBA President The future of the U.S. cattle industry hinges on our ability to swiftly respond to disease outbreaks. Yet, some groups and individuals continue to fight the tools that could protect our livelihoods. The most recent rule to come under fire is USDA’s animal disease traceability regulation. In the face of a potential FMD outbreak, every minute counts.
U.S. to Expand Bird-Flu Testing of Beef in Slaughterhouses
The U.S. Department of Agriculture said on Tuesday it will expand bird-flu testing of beef entering the food supply as part of its response to the ongoing outbreak among dairy cattle, adding that U.S. beef and dairy products remain safe to consume. USDA officials, in a call with reporters along with staff from other U.S. health agencies, said the tests will begin in mid-September and urged livestock workers to remain vigilant.
Meat Industry Urges Administration to Stop Using Meat As a Scapegoat And Distraction For Root Cause of Inflation
Today in Raleigh, North Carolina, Vice President Kamala Harris is expected to propose several economic measures aimed at addressing key voter concerns such as housing and grocery costs. Her proposals include: • Federal ban on price gouging: Harris plans to introduce a federal ban on price gouging in the food and grocery sectors, particularly targeting the meat processing industry, which she claims is highly consolidated and contributes to rising grocery prices.
U.S. to Expand Bird-Flu Testing of Beef in Slaughterhouses
The U.S. Department of Agriculture said on Tuesday it will expand bird-flu testing of beef entering the food supply as part of its response to the ongoing outbreak among dairy cattle, adding that U.S. beef and dairy products remain safe to consume. USDA officials, in a call with reporters along with staff from other U.S. health agencies, said the tests will begin in mid-September and urged livestock workers to remain vigilant.
Computer-based Model Could Mitigate Cattle Fever Tick Outbreaks
Since the early 1900s, eradicating cattle fever ticks has challenged surveillance and quarantine programs designed to protect the U.S. and Texas cattle industry. Over the decades, scientists and specialists in state and federal regulatory programs overseeing the U.S. Cattle Fever Tick Eradication Program have developed datasets that track a detailed history of detecting and eliminating cattle fever ticks.
Record Butter Volume Traded in Chicago Today
CME cheese markets resumed their surge, with blocks leaping to $2.1000 per pound, $0.0725 higher, to reach a price last seen in March 2023. Barrels gained 8.5 cents to reach $2.2500 per pound. Four lots of blocks and one of barrels traded. Spot butter trades reached a new record, with 51 loads changing hands – the heaviest single day since daily trading began in 2006. Spot prices climbed to $3.1450 per pound, up 2.5 cents. As spot blocks and barrels jumped, so did Class III and “all cheese” futures.
Commentary: Inaction on traceability is unacceptable
The future of the U.S. cattle industry hinges on our ability to swiftly respond to disease outbreaks. Yet, some groups and individuals continue to fight the tools that could protect our livelihoods. The most recent rule to come under fire is USDA’s animal disease traceability regulation. In the face of a potential foot-and-mouth disease outbreak, every minute counts.
Inaction on Traceability is Unacceptable
The future of the U.S. cattle industry hinges on our ability to swiftly respond to disease outbreaks. Yet, some groups and individuals continue to fight the tools that could protect our livelihoods. The most recent rule to come under fire is USDA’s animal disease traceability regulation. In the face of a potential FMD outbreak, every minute counts. The choice between outdated methods and advanced technology could mean the difference between a controlled situation and a nationwide catastrophe.
Commentary: Inaction on traceability is unacceptable - Capital Press
Published 2:30 pm Thursday, August 15, 2024 The future of the U.S. cattle industry hinges on our ability to swiftly respond to disease outbreaks. Yet, some groups and individuals continue to fight the tools that could protect our livelihoods. The most recent rule to come under fire is USDA’s animal disease traceability regulation. In the face of a potential foot-and-mouth disease outbreak, every minute counts.
We Need the Beef Checkoff for the Future
By Mark Eisele U.S. cattle producers do a great job of consistently producing high-quality beef. To ensure consumers continue to demand our product and recognize the great attributes of beef, we need the marketing, promotion and research of the Beef Checkoff. Opponents of the Beef Checkoff have allied themselves with radical animal rights activists to push for the deceptively named Opportunities for Fairness in Farming (OFF) Act.
We need the beef Checkoff for the future
U.S. cattle producers do a great job of consistently producing high quality beef. To ensure consumers continue to demand our product and recognize the great attributes of beef, we need the marketing, promotion and research of the Beef Checkoff. Opponents of the Beef Checkoff have allied themselves with radical animal rights activists to push for the deceptively named “Opportunities for Fairness in Farming” or OFF Act.
Guest opinion: New law protects farmland, food security
In Washington, there is a little-known government board called the Committee on Foreign Investment in the United States (CFIUS). Its purpose is simple—review foreign transactions for their national security implications in the U.S.—but today this committee has new importance for protecting America’s farmland and food security. The committee was first created by President Gerald R.
New law protects American farmland and food security
Ag appropriations bill adds agriculture secretary to CFIUS as a permanent member. By Mark Eisele, president of the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association In Washington, there is a little-known government board called the Committee on Foreign Investment in the United States (CFIUS). Its purpose is simple—review foreign transactions for their national security implications in the U.S.—but today this committee has new importance for protecting America’s farmland and food security.
Ranchers Urge BLM to Incorporate Latest Science in New Sage Grouse Plans
Ranchers Urge BLM to Incorporate Latest Science in New Sage Grouse Plans . (USDA) The National Cattlemen’s Beef Association (NCBA) and Public Lands Council (PLC) responded to the Bureau of Land Management’s (BLM) release of the updated greater sage ground management plans. These plans will shape public land use across 10 different states and tens of millions of Western acres.
Nalivka: Other Important Factors at Play in Cattle, Hog Markets Original
Nalivka: Other Important Factors at Play in Cattle, Hog Markets . (USDA) As cattle numbers continue to fall in the wake of the 2021-2022 drought and significant herd liquidation followed by sharply higher grain prices, factors that may not have seemed nearly as important become critical and impact both the market and market participants. Those impacts will reach across the supply chain. Corporate announcements of changes (reductions) in plant operations are one impact.
Genomic Testing Made Easy for Cow-calf Producers
Genomic Testing Made Easy for Cow-calf Producers . (CCC) What areas of your operation do you want to be more confident about? We all have strengths, and we all have weaknesses and there are a few options we can take to fill in the gaps. Research & Learn Implement Technology Outsource Delegate What are some of your weaknesses and what strategies will you implement to fill in the gaps? With all the variables cow-calf producers face, making confident decisions can sometimes feel challenging.
Montana Man Pleads Guilty in Scheme to Develop Giant Hybrid Sheep for Captive Hunting
A Montana man has pleaded guilty to two felony wildlife crimes – a conspiracy to violate the Lacey Act and substantively violating the Lacey Act – as part of a near decade-long scheme to create giant sheep hybrids with an aim to sell the species to captive hunting facilities.
New Law Protects American Farmland and Food Security
New Law Protects American Farmland and Food Security . (Hall & Hall) In Washington, there is a little-known government board called the Committee on Foreign Investment in the United States (CFIUS). Its purpose is simple—review foreign transactions for their national security implications in the U.S.—but today this committee has new importance for protecting America’s farmland and food security. Mark Eisele, NCBA President The committee was first created by President Gerald R.
Profit Tracker: Cattle, Hog Margins Improve; Beef Packer Losses Remain Triple Digits
Cash cattle prices posted solid gains the week ending March 9, boosting average cattle feeding margins to more than $26 per head. Beef packers saw their margins improve more than $24 per head, yet average losses were estimated at $129 per head, according to the Sterling Beef Profit Tracker. Cash cattle averaged $185.26 per cwt. the week ending Mar. 9, while wholesale beef prices posted $3 per cwt. gains to close at $293.41 per cwt.
Mark Eisele - NCBA President
Adding the Secretary of Agriculture to the Committee on Foreign Investment in the United States (CFIUS) is an important step forward for strengthening our security. 2 hours ago No content found. Latest News From Mark Eisele - NCBA President
Opinion: Biden’s push to expand a 1921 law could threaten farmers and food security
Over the past two years, the Biden administration has been focusing on new regulations under the Packers and Stockyards Act. Unfortunately, these rules trample ranchers’ access to free market competition while putting American agriculture at risk. I started working in the cattle business when I was just a teenager, and from then to now, the innovation that has happened in our industry has been incredible. Today, farmers and ranchers are more efficient than ever.
Guest Opinions: Livestock Producers Need a Workable Animal ID Solution
By Mark Eisele, National Cattlemen’s Beef Association In a recent opinion piece and direct e-mails to livestock producers in Wyoming, Rep. Harriet Hageman (R-WY) laid out her objections to the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) rule on electronic identification (EID) for cattle and bison.
The benefits of wind power are clear for some regions
As a rancher with cattle on private and public lands in southeast Wyoming, I’d like to caution those in the Magic Valley who may be listening to the loudest and often misinformed voices who are opposed to the Lava Ridge wind project. Energy options, including wind, have greatly benefited where I live and work, in Laramie County. My experience with wind projects near and on my ranch has been positive since 2007, when the first turbines went in.
The benefits of wind power are clear in Wyoming. A similar Idaho project deserves a fair shake. Original
As a rancher with cattle on private and public lands in southeast Wyoming, I’d like to caution those in the Magic Valley who may be listening to the loudest and often misinformed voices who are opposed to the Lava Ridge wind project. Energy options, including wind, have greatly benefited where I live and work, in Laramie County. My experience with wind projects near and on my ranch has been positive since 2007, when the first turbines went in.
Eisele and Grant: Wind energy is compatible with Wyoming’s ranching legacy
Wyoming’s farming and ranching families have a proud legacy of providing food for this country. Our history is open lands filled with grazing livestock and ranchers working hard to provide for Wyoming and their families. But as any rancher knows, it can be a fickle industry, and is only for those as tough as the Wyoming landscape. Wyoming’s climate is not for the faint of heart.
Eisele: Wyo. lawmakers must stop opposing wind energy
This session, we have seen our legislators debate many different aspects of wind development in Wyoming – some good, some bad. Clearly, it is a discussion that is worth having. As I have watched the debate, however, it seems like all too often, our state legislators and policymakers miss an incredibly important factor – private property rights and the ability of Wyoming landowners to develop their own property in a way that makes sense for their own farming or ranching operations.
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