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Many U.S. Cattle Ranchers Oppose New Beef Imports from Argentina
President Donald Trump’s plan to quadruple beef imports from Argentina has drawn sharp criticism from U.S. cattle ranchers who warn the move could devastate domestic producers. Ranchers, already strained by drought, wildfires, and high input costs, say cheaper Argentine beef could undercut a recovering U.S. market. While the administration argues that increased imports may lower prices for consumers, industry leaders like Justin Tupper of the U.S.
Dave Price
1 day ago2 min read


Pork Plant Expansion in Pennsylvania Offers Opportunity for Hog Farmers
Clemens Food Group is investing $130 million to expand its Hatfield, PA pork processing facility by nearly 70%, boosting production of bacon, sausage, and value-added pork. The Pennsylvania Pork Producers Council calls the expansion a major win for the state’s 2,700 hog farmers, strengthening the supply chain and aligning with growing consumer demand. The project is expected to enhance food safety, improve product flow, and create broader economic benefits across rural commun
Dave Price
Aug 82 min read


“Save Our Bacon Act” Aims to Stop California’s Prop 12
Pork producers will watch what happens with new legislation proposed by a Midwest congresswoman that will try to stop laws like...
Dave Price
Jul 252 min read


New Pork Sausage Plant Underway for Iowa Town That Lost Pork Processing Facility
One of the world’s largest food companies is working on a new priority for an Iowa town. JBS USA -- based in Greeley, Colorado – plans to...
Dave Price
May 302 min read


Decision Time for Some American Cattle Ranchers
“Most American burgers are, in fact, not entirely American,” began a New York Times article , an article that dished out what many...
Dave Price
May 163 min read


New Trade Deal Could Bring Help for Beef and Ethanol Industries
The promise of new trade deals fuels both optimism and pessimism from farmers and producers as they wait for developments from the Trump...
Dave Price
May 162 min read


Recession Predictions and a Change in Demand for Meat
The week brought a series of announcements that may have varying effects on farmland owners and investors. First, the overall economy. It...
Dave Price
May 22 min read


U.S. Senators Want USDA More Focused on Dairy and Turkey for HPAI
A bipartisan group of U.S. senators wants the USDA to remember that highly pathogenic avian influenza is not just a threat to millions of...
Dave Price
Apr 181 min read


Check Kiting Allegation Against Hog Farmers
A lawsuit alleges a billion-dollar check kiting scheme that has left 110,000 pigs in “imminent danger,” and could cost lenders millions...
Dave Price
Apr 112 min read
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