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Elsie, the iconic spokescow for Borden dairy, is getting a makeover. The new look Elsie is part of a new marketing campaign with the tagline “Glass Half-Full Since 1857.”

Last week, the USDA confirmed China bought 31,400 metric tons of the 46,300 exports sold, the second-largest purchase of U.S. pork ever.

Two trade moves are being celebrated in the beef industry. Steel and aluminum tariffs were lifted for Mexico and Canada, and Japan lifted age requirements for U.S. beef.

**A foot of snow fell on a good chunk of the western Kansas wheat crop last weekend, striking a devastating blow to a region known for robust wheat production. It was one of several weather events this week that delayed planting, flooded fields and caused farmers to rethink planting mixes...