“And now we welcome the new year.
Full of things that have never been.”
— Rainer Maria Rilke
2025 tested agriculture in many ways, but it also proved what this community is made of. We showed up for one another, adapted when needed, and kept moving forward.
We’re grateful for the farmers, ranchers, and ag families who make this community what it is.
As the new year begins, may it bring steadier ground, renewed confidence, and continued progress for farms, ranches, and families everywhere.
We’re thankful to be part of your day and look forward to what’s ahead!
- CattleUSA
As we step into the new year, excited for what’s ahead, let’s take a moment to revisit where we’ve been.
YOU LOVED THE MOST
USDA Details Disaster Aid Rollout
USDA Secretary Rollins outlined disaster aid timelines, with livestock aid signups starting May 30 and crop producer enrollments in July or September. The $21B relief includes $2B for livestock and block grants to 16 states. A new plan for family farms and USDA agency relocations will be announced soon. read more here
Iss. 5/9/25
Iss. 2/10/25
Coexisting with Wolves in Ranching
After losing cattle to wolves in the early 2000s, a rancher in central Idaho and his family introduced "in-herding," an intensive grazing method where they live with their cattle on the range to protect them. This approach has prevented wolf predation for over a decade while improving the ecosystem and cattle health. read more here
Ranchers Begin Cautious Herd Rebuild
After years of drought-driven herd reductions, ranchers in key U.S. cattle states are retaining more heifers to rebuild herds, aided by better rains and expected high prices. The move may lift beef costs short term, with meaningful production gains likely by 2028, offering relief to meatpackers facing tight supplies. read more here
Iss. 8/12/25
Iss. 10/23/25
Ranchers Reject Trump Beef Import Plan
President Trump’s proposal to import more Argentine beef to cut U.S. prices has drawn sharp backlash from ranchers and economists who say it would hurt domestic producers without lowering consumer costs. With herds at historic lows, critics call the plan contradictory to “America First” policies and damaging to market confidence. read more here
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Happy New Year! Here’s to a wonderful 2026!
-CattleUSA Media Team
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