INDUSTRY NEWS

The USDA’s National Agricultural Statistics Service (NASS) will mail letters with survey codes this December to more than 22,000 U.S. producers involved in certified or transitioning to certified organic farming for the 2019 Organic Survey.

What does Christmas look like on the ranch? Snowmen? Check. Santa? Check. And of course, doing chores.

Over the years, we’ve had a number of baby calves that spent time in our house – either to be thawed out after being born in cold weather or as premature babies living in the kitchen for several weeks.

Tyson plant fire

The Aug. 9 fire that forced closure of the Holcomb, Kansas, Tyson Foods processing facility fueled a massive reaction in cattle markets through late summer, with feeders taking it on the chin with lower profit margins and processors reaping record prices.

What is the most overrated genetic trait?

This year in review may feel more like a dé jà vu as there are a number of legal issues remaining on our list from last year. It has been a busy year with regard to agricultural laws impacting beef producers.