Angus beef

In the wake of Hurricane Idalia, the Florida livestock body count is climbing higher, especially in poultry operations.

Data from USDA’s Economic Research Service shows socially disadvantaged farmers and ranchers tend to be more concentrated in southern and western regions of the country.

As the push toward healthier soils expands, the use of cover crops does as well across the country planting 50% more cover crop acres, at 15.4 million in 2017.

The American Angus Association says Angus breeders are enjoying one of the most successful years on record. New figures released last week show that during fiscal year 2015, sale averages for Angus genetics soared, total registrations grew and the Certified Angus Beef brand achieved its ninth consecutive year of record sales...