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USDA's Cattle Contracts Library Pilot Program Online
USDA's Cattle Contracts Library Pilot Program Online
USDA's Cattle Contracts Library Pilot Program Online
For years USDA has published data on base and net prices for cattle transactions, but there hasn’t been a lot of information in between; until now.  Taylor Cox with USDA's Ag Marketing Service said the new online Cattle Contracts Library Pilot Program is up and running, giving contract information on more than just the base and net prices Packers are offering.  And Cox noted...
OCA: Relationships Will Be Key This Legislative Session
OCA: Relationships Will Be Key This Legislative Session
OCA: Relationships Will Be Key This Legislative Session
With the 2023 Oregon legislative session underway in Salem, ag groups across the state will watch a host of issues in the weeks ahead.  Matt McElligott, President-elect of the Oregon Cattlemen’s Association says one of the issues they will watch very closely, and with some concern, is the roll out of Ag overtime.   “Coupl...
Cow-calf Producers with Larger Paddocks Rotate Cattle Less Often
Cow-calf Producers with Larger Paddocks Rotate Cattle Less Often
Cow-calf Producers with Larger Paddocks Rotate Cattle Less Often
According to ERS, as average paddock size increases, farmers and ranchers tend to rotate their cattle less frequently.  Rotational grazing systems rotate animals among a series of paddocks, or fenced pasture areas, allowing forage to recover before returning the cattle to graze in that spot again.   ...
USDA Launches Pilot Cattle Contracts Library
USDA Launches Pilot Cattle Contracts Library
USDA Launches Pilot Cattle Contracts Library
Last week, the USDA launched the Cattle Contract Library pilot program.  The Department of Ag says the pilot library will provide new disclosure to the industry and public regarding the key terms, conditions, and volumes under which cattle are contracted.  Th...
Wyden, Others Reintroduce Cattle Market Reform Bill 
Wyden, Others Reintroduce Cattle Market Reform Bill 
Wyden, Others Reintroduce Cattle Market Reform Bill 
A bipartisan group of senators, including Ron Wyden, reintroduced the Cattle Price Discovery and Transparency Act of 2023.  In addition to Oregon's senior senator, Montana’s Jon Tester, and Republicans Chuck Grassley and Deb Fischer rolled out the legislation.  The lawmakers...
Report Shows Strong Demand Continuing for U.S. Beef
Report Shows Strong Demand Continuing for U.S. Beef
Report Shows Strong Demand Continuing for U.S. Beef
The National Cattlemen’s Beef Association released its “Today’s Beef Consumer” report, and it shows beef demand continues to remain strong.  Despite various challenges faced by the industry, consumers have repeatedly stated that they will continue buying beef in both the retail and foodservice settings.  Compiling research from last ye...
It's Never Too Early To Think About Deworming Options
It's Never Too Early To Think About Deworming Options
It's Never Too Early To Think About Deworming Options
It’s not too early to think about spring deworming options.  Being prepared for the upcoming parasite season can set your operation up for long-term success.  Dr. Dan Cummings, a professional services veterinarian with Boehringer-Ingelheim, said there are several things producers need to consider when choosing a deworming product.   “I thi...

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