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Navigating the Maze of Food and Agriculture Metrics
Nov 06, 2019 by Drovers news source
A new report from U.S. Farmers & Ranchers Alliance finds that farmers, ranchers and food companies all have a great deal at stake when it comes to food metrics reporting.
Scams Targeting Ranchers on the Rise Warn Special Rangers
Sep 24, 2019 by Drovers news source
There’s a surge in scams targeting ranchers, especially those who do business via websites and social media as con artists prefer the anonymity of electronic or even phone communications.
NCBA Announces Leadership Changes
Sep 18, 2019 by Drovers news source
The National Cattlemen’s Beef Association (NCBA) announced its new Chief Executive Officer and new Vice President, Government Affairs.
Beef Promotion Operating Committee Approves 2020 Checkoff Plan
Sep 16, 2019 by Drovers news source
The Cattlemen's Beef Board will invest approximately $40.9 million into programs of beef promotion, research, consumer information, industry information, foreign marketing and producer communications during 2020.
“Plant-Based” Meats Don’t Grow on Vines
Aug 15, 2019 by Drovers news source
This week the Center for Consumer Freedom (CCF) is placing ads in the Wall Street Journal and the New York Post highlighting many of the ingredients in fake bacon and fake sausage.
Lyons-Blythe Testifies On Beef Cattle Emissions
May 21, 2019 by Drovers news source
Kansas cattle producer Debbie Lyons-Blythe told a U.S. Senate Agriculture Committee hearing on climate change, "The U.S. cattle industry is proud of its history as stewards of our nation’s natural resources.”
Complaint Filed with IRS and FBI Targeting Animal Rights Groups
May 16, 2019 by Drovers news source
The Center for Consumer Freedom filed a complaint alleging abuses of the tax code and/or criminal activity by three animal activist groups.
Recruitment Of Rural Workforce Summit April 24
Apr 05, 2019 by Drovers news source
The future of agriculture and food production is dependent on recruiting and retaining good people dedicated to producing safe, wholesome and nutritious food.
Veterinary Group to Host Summit to Discuss Rural Workforce Recruitment
Apr 03, 2019 by Drovers news source
The future of agriculture and food production is dependent on recruiting and retaining good people dedicated to producing safe, wholesome and nutritious food.
Chr. Hansen Ranked As World’s Most Sustainable Company
Feb 07, 2019 by Drovers news source
Global bioscience company Chr. Hansen was named the most sustainable company in the world by Corporate Knights, a specialized Toronto-based media and investment research firm.
Mike Beam Named Kansas Sec. of Agriculture
Jan 11, 2019 by Drovers news source
Kansas Governor-elect Laura Kelly has named Mike Beam as the state's new Secretary of Agriculture.
Feed & Grain LIVE In Altoona, Iowa
Nov 29, 2018 by Drovers news source
The third Feed & Grain LIVE, an educational event for feed and grain professionals, including feedyard mill operators, will be held January 8-10, 2019, in Altoona, IA.
The Passing Of John Meetz, Former NCA Executive VP
Oct 04, 2018 by Drovers news source
John Meetz, who played a prominent role in the passage of the Beef Promotion and Research Act in 1985, died Oct. 2, 2018, in Wichita, Kan.
Dr. Pearse Lyons, Alltech president and founder, dies at 73
Mar 08, 2018 by Drovers news source
Alltech founder and president Dr. Pearse Lyons died on Thursday, March 8, 2018.
Whisper Stethoscope System Aids in BRD Detection
Nov 21, 2017 by Drovers news source
A new system that allows cowboys to evaluate lung disease severity for more accurate diagnosis of bovine respiratory disease (BRD), may both aid in the early treatment of the disease and help reduce antibiotic use.