Beef production is expected to decline again in 2026, but growth in pork, turkey and broilers is expected to offset the decline. Consumer demand isn't declining but remains strong and is expected to support prices for the livestock and poultry sectors.

The Stark family has operated S Bar K Cattle and Hay in Baker, Montana, since 1910, spanning six generations on their ranch. Despite harsh weather challenges and operational changes, their deep ranching roots and family collaboration keep the legacy thriving.

The U.S. opened a sterile fly dispersal facility in Texas to combat New World screwworm (NWS) spreading from Mexico, capable of releasing 100 million sterile flies weekly. Three preventative drugs received FDA authorization while USDA plans a production facility to eventually...

Given that winter feeding is the biggest expense for a cow-calf producer, it is worth the effort to reduce hay waste.

Five Agridime executives face federal charges for allegedly defrauding 2,200 investors of $220 million through false cattle purchase contracts in a nationwide Ponzi scheme.

Cargill will close its Milwaukee ground beef plant by the end of May 2026, cutting 221 jobs amid a companywide 5% workforce reduction.

Although much of the focus in selection of female replacements in cow-calf production is on milk production, the milk delivery system (udder and teats) is equally important. The best time for producers to assess udder quality is at...