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Cattle Industry

The Rancher’s Paradox: U.S. Cattle Producers Squeezed as Market Volatility and Import Surges End the Golden Era

As the winter of 2025 settles across the American Heartland, the U.S. cattle industry finds itself in the grip of a jarring economic disconnect. Despite consumers paying record-high prices at the grocery store—with ground beef averaging $6.54 per pound and premium steaks topping $12.29—the primary

Beef Checkoff

Beef Checkoff Program at 40: A Pillar of Promotion Under a Cloud of Controversy

The Beef Checkoff program, a national, producer-funded initiative designed to bolster demand for U.S. beef, is marking its 40-year milestone amidst a confluence of significant investment plans and escalating legal and ethical challenges. Established through the 1985 Farm Bill and made mandatory in 1988, the program levies a $1

Beef Prices

Beef and Veal Prices Soar Nearly 15%, Igniting Fresh Concerns Over Grocery Inflation

As of late October 2025, American consumers are grappling with a significant and persistent surge in meat costs, with beef and veal prices leading the charge. These essential proteins have seen a staggering nearly 15% increase over the past year, acting as a powerful accelerant to broader grocery inflation and