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The company says it will also provide $200 to fully vaccinated frontline team members.

It was a busy week on Capitol Hill for the beef industry. NCBA’s Ethan Lane joined AgriTalk to sum up the events.

The hearing held on July 28 featured testimony from economists and covered the recent Black Swan events affecting the cattle industry.

The “Beefing up Competition: Examining America’s Food Supply Chain” hearing will be livestreamed at 2:30 P.M. eastern.

Lane joined AgriTalk this week to discuss the bill, which was introduced by Sen. Cory Booker, who is known for being vegan among other things.

Following yesterday’s hearing about the cattle industry in front of the Senate Ag Committee, Ethan Lane of the NCBA joined AgriTalk host Chip Flory to discuss the hearing and funding for smaller processing plants.

As part of #PORKWeek21, lawmakers joined AgriTalk to discuss the USDA’s recent decision not to appeal a decision to remove the provision allowing for faster line speeds at pork processing plants.

In search of an easier and safer way to tag calves, the Howards came up with a solution on wheels.

For Double C Cattle Company, stewardship of the land reigns and the cattle are an integral tool in management.

In a discussion on AgriTalk, Ethan Lane discussed the group’s objections to the plan, and what alternatives could be.

Demand for protein of all kinds soared, but bacon outpaced it all.

Take a minute to take stock in the values that define how you run your farm.

The latest Drovers Pulse Poll found calf care would take the top priority if cost wasn’t an issue.

How can livestock production be a part of the solution? Temple Grandin and Frank Mitloehner discussed strides in sustainability and the future at the Online Top Producer Summit and Trust in Food Symposium.

At this year’s Top Producer Online Summit, Rena Striegel shared her key tips to make this transition easier for all involved.

The USDA and FDA have sent out a reminder to trust current science and guidelines from official sources.

The first in a series of webinars by the Global Farmer Network brought together a diverse panel of farmers to talk about the biggest issues in agriculture today.

In addition to payment, the deal includes a pledge from JBS to cooperate against other pork processors named as defendants.

David Schuler’s Christmastime tradition turned into a tribute to those working on as first responders through the COVID-19 pandemic.

The editors at AgWeb.com are looking at experts’ projections for commodities in 2021 to help you succeed in the coming year. Here’s a look at what analysts expect for the upcoming year in the protein segments.

The winning project in the Merck Animal Health High-Quality Pork — Precision Farming Award contest monitors the feeding habits and weight gain of pigs and can identify those that have gone off feed.

A mechanical malfunction in the refrigeration system caused an evacuation of the plant Tuesday night. Company officials do not yet have a timeline for resuming production.

Voting on Facebook is now open! It will close Sunday, January 3, 2021, at midnight.

An RNA genetic sequencing method studied by researchers at the University of Minnesota finds that rapid, unbiased pathogen detection can be achieved at the species and strain level.

Understand your farm's legal risks of disgruntled neighbors.

Rancher plays an integral part in the story of Texas beef through his dedication to sharing his ranch with others.

The company’s in-house culinary team created its own plant-based patty and tested it in select Canadian stores last year.

Citing restrictions on gathering sizes due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the show will move from February to August.

In need of a last-minute Halloween costume that shows off your love of puns and pork? Try this easy (and cozy!) option.

Spraying drones not only allow for precise targeting of problem areas in fields, they also bring opportunities for expanded revenue streams.

Find out who won the latest Drovers photo contest!

This rancher’s innovative calf box keeps newborn calves out of the wind and warm until they can be brought to the barn.

What are farmers’ biggest labor challenges? Finding qualified workers tops the list, according to a 2019 Farm Journal survey of 2,100 farmers and ranchers.

The editors at AgWeb.com are looking at experts’ projections for commodities in 2020 to help you succeed in the coming year. Here’s a look at what analysts are expecting for the upcoming year in the protein segments.

Four federal agencies issued a statement clarifying the legal status of hemp growth and production and the relevant requirements under the Bank Secrecy Act for banks providing services to hemp-related businesses.

Available to watch on demand, Drs. Wickersham, Bailey and Drewnoski cover the importance of supplementing your herd when lower quality feedstuffs make up a majority of the animals diet specific to regions across the U.S.

Ahead of the holidays the NCBA has released a new two-hour video in hopes to “spice up any gathering and celebration.” The Beef Drool Log video features a prime rib roast cooking to perfection over an open flame.

State officials in Montana are combining resources and asking for the public’s help to keep feral hogs encroaching from Canada at bay with a program called “Squeal on Pigs.