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Strong demand supports beef prices amid economic volatility, but herd investment and growth slows as producers grapple with increasing uncertainty due to political noise.
Leading ag meteorologists share the weather drivers they are watching.
Oklahoma State’s Derrell Peel says the beef industry needs time — not politics or policy — to solve beef supply and demand realities.
Although warning signs are emerging, economists say record-high beef prices could hold for up to two more years. Tight supplies and strong demand continue to drive the market, but economists and producers are apprehensive with talks of reopening the border.
Missouri’s cattle industry is experiencing historic highs. Discover how the Show-Me Select Replacement Heifer Program is helping producers improve genetics, embrace technology and boost profitability.
NCBA’s Colin Woodall says the “significant plan to help rebuild the American cattle supply” does not currently include a direct payment but rather the possibility of addressing regulatory burdens.
Results from Farm Journal’s 2025 State of the Beef Industry Survey finds 72% of producers are optimistic about the future, 73% report profitability the past five years and 57% will add a member to their operation in the next five years.
The 2025 State of the Beef Industry Report summarizes optimism prevails yet challenges persist in today’s beef industry.
A federal court has vacated the Biden-Harris administration’s rule that listed the lesser prairie-chicken as an endangered species.
Missouri Extension State forage specialist Carson Roberts suggests four alternatives that could be more economical than growing hay for your animals.