USDA announces appointments for lamb and beef boards Four new members to serve on American Lamb Board. Industry News December 9, 2024 No Comments Thirty-six members join Cattlemen’s Beef Promotion and Research Board.Read More
Strong month keeps pork exports on record pace Exports of U.S. beef and pork post year-over-year increases in October. Industry News December 9, 2024 No Comments Pork exports are well positioned to set annual volume and value records in 2024. Read More
The vital role of Australian beef and lamb in the North American red meat industry Throughout 2024, Australian beef exports to the US have increased significantly. Kirsty McCormack December 6, 2024 No Comments For 2024 through October, Australia has exported 30% more lamb than the first 10 months of 2023.Read More
USMEF elects new officers U.S. Meat Export Federation details market diversification efforts. Industry News November 11, 2024 No Comments Nebraska rancher and cattle feeder succeeds Randy Spronk as USMEF chair.Read More
Meat conference opens with election analysis, focus on trade relations Conference speakers offer analysis of the U.S. election’s potential impact on agricultural policy and international trade. Industry News November 8, 2024 No Comments Election outcome may improve chances of completing a new Farm Bill before the end of 2024.Read More
Pork exports on pace for annual record Pork exports positioned to set annual volume and value records in 2024. Industry News November 6, 2024 No Comments September red meat exports sit above year-ago volumes and values.Read More
Denver voters reject ordinance banning slaughterhouses Proposal would have threatened up to 20% of US lamb production. Industry News November 6, 2024 No Comments 'They're losers. And we're winners,' Superior Farms CEO Rick Stott says regarding results of the vote.Read More
Northeast Beef Promotion Initiative supports hands-on culinary education with beef and veal Deadline for interested educators to apply is Nov. 22, 2024. Industry News November 5, 2024 No Comments NEBPI is launching the Beef & Veal in the Classroom program for the 2024-2025 academic year.Read More
Denver ordinance would ban slaughterhouses If passed, Denver’s Initiated Ordinance 309 would shutter a Superior Farms facility that accounts for 15% to 20% of US lamb processing capacity. Fred Wilkinson November 1, 2024 No Comments The slaughterhouse ban on the ballot in Denver targets a single employee-owned business and would force 160 employees out of a company they own. Read More
STATE OF THE INDUSTRY: LAMB State of the Industry: Promoting American lamb's versatility and reviving tradition Promotional efforts play up lamb’s value cuts as well as premium cuts. Mariah Meurer October 31, 2024 No Comments The US lamb industry is positioning lamb as a versatile and sustainable protein option.Read More