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Producers Testify on State of the Cattle Industry and Predator Reintroduction

Experts warn that these new tariffs could lead to significant economic consequences on the pork industry.

In the heifer division, Jamie and Heather Adams from Neosho Rapids owned the winning pen in the feedlot contest. The cattle gained 4.09 lbs. per day.

NCBA continues to encourage cattle producers to consult with their attorney and/or tax professional about this latest development.

In essence, bison consume a widely variable diet, with a greater proportion of cool-season grasses (C3) and non-legume forbs early in the growing season, shifting towards more warm-season grasses (C4) and leguminous forbs later on. These findings have important implications for understanding what bison are selecting across a variety of plant communities throughout the year.

FCC predicts strong hog prices and lower feed costs in 2025, but potential U.S. tariffs and declining domestic pork consumption could challenge Canadian producers’ profitability.

Tariffs and Trade – Now What? By Cam Dahl, General Manager, Manitoba Pork Council  “This too shall pass” is a Persian proverb used to encourage hope when times are difficult. Does this saying apply to the current U.S. President’s confrontational approach to allies and friends? Does it apply to the U.S. Administration’s isolationist trade policies

Phosphorus is a required nutrient for pigs added to diets in the form of monocalcium or dicalcium phosphate in addition to the phosphorus from the dietary ingredients.

The National Pork Producers Council (NPPC) remains active in addressing key issues affecting U.S. pork producers. This week, NPPC President Lori Stevermer testified before the Senate Agriculture Committee, highlighting challenges posed by California Proposition 12, foreign animal disease threats, labor shortages, and trade concerns. Meanwhile, important developments in trade policy and tax legislation are unfolding

Maple Leaf Foods Inc. has released its fourth-quarter and full-year 2024 financial results, highlighting strong growth, improved margins, and a solid foundation for future expansion. The company attributes its performance to disciplined execution, strategic capital investments, and market stabilization.