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  • New World Screwworm Detected 90 Miles From U.S.-Mexico Border

    New World Screwworm Detected 90 Miles From U.S.-Mexico Border
    Apr 17 2026

    It’s the Ranch It Up Radio Show Herd It Here Weekly Report! A 3-minute look at cattle markets, reports, news info, or anything that has to do with those of us who live at the end of dirt roads. Join Jeff 'Tigger' Erhardt, the Boss Lady Rebecca Wanner aka 'BEC' by subscribing on your favorite podcasting app or on the Ranch It Up Radio Show YouTube Channel.

    New World Screwworm Close To The United States

    Texas Agriculture Commissioner Sid Miller today is warning of a serious and immediate threat to the state’s livestock industry.

    The northern-most detection of the New World screwworm has now been confirmed in Nuevo León, Mexico — just 90 miles from the U.S. border.

    Miller says this is no distant concern.

    MILLER: “The New World screwworm is a direct and imminent threat to Texas, and we are treating it that way. This is a high-stakes situation for our ranchers, our livestock industry, and our food supply.”

    While federal agencies have responded, Miller says the pest’s spread has not yet been contained — and that raises concern.

    MILLER: “That’s exactly why Texas must be proactive. We are fully engaged and prepared to use every available tool to stop this threat.”

    He’s urging all Texas producers to act now.

    MILLER: “Be on high alert. Check your animals. Know the signs. If you see anything unusual, report it immediately. Early detection is the difference between containment and a full-blown crisis.”

    State leaders say they’re coordinating with federal, state, and local partners — but more action is needed at the source.

    MILLER: “Texas has defeated screwworm before, and we will do it again — but it takes urgency and immediate action.”

    For more information on detection, prevention, and reporting, visit Screwworm dot gov.

    References:

    https://www.nationalbeefwire.com/new-world-screwworm-found-90-miles-south-of-texas-commissioner-says-not-a-drill

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    Rural America is center-stage on this outfit.

    AND how is that? Because of Tigger & BEC... Live This Western Lifestyle.

    Tigger & BEC represent the Working Ranch world by providing the cowboys, cowgirls, beef cattle producers & successful farmers the knowledge and education needed to bring high-quality beef & meat to your table for dinner.

    Learn more about Jeff 'Tigger' Erhardt & Rebecca Wanner aka BEC here: TiggerandBEC.com

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  • Increase Heterosis with Line Breeding: Jorgensen Land & Cattle

    Increase Heterosis with Line Breeding: Jorgensen Land & Cattle
    Apr 12 2026
    It’s The Ranch It Up Radio Show! Join Jeff Tigger Erhardt, Rebecca Wanner AKA BEC and their crew as they hear how line breeding actually increases heterosis. The crew from Jorgensen Land and Cattle joins us to talk about that and how genomic testing helps reduce wasted matings. Plus, market recaps, the ranch channel sales calendar and lots more all wrapped into this brand-new episode of The Ranch It Up Radio Show. Be sure to subscribe on your favorite podcasting app or on the Ranch It Up Radio Show YouTube Channel. How Jorgensen Land & Cattle Uses Line Breeding To Increase Heterosis Jorgensen Land & Cattle has built its reputation on a simple but powerful idea: use linebreeding to create consistency, then use that consistency to maximize heterosis in commercial herds. Through decades of disciplined selection, the ranch has linebred its Angus cattle around proven genetics. This means their bulls are highly uniform, predictable, and strong in key traits like fertility, growth, and carcass quality. Instead of chasing constant outcrosses, they “lock in” performance by stacking generations of elite animals. So where does heterosis come in? When these linebred bulls are crossed with genetically different commercial cows, the calves benefit from hybrid vigor—often showing improved growth, health, and reproductive performance. The consistency of the bull allows producers to reliably capture these gains. In short: Linebreeding creates dependable, uniform bullsCrossbreeding those bulls creates high-performing, heterotic calves Jorgensen’s system proves that linebreeding isn’t the opposite of heterosis—it’s one of the best ways to make it work predictably. Be sure to preview their offering at the 54th Annual Top Cut Bull Sale, at the ranch, Ideal, South Dakota. Click Here for more information Featured Experts in the Cattle Industry Cody Jorgensen - Jorgensen Land & Cattle https://jorgensenfarms.com/ Follow On Facebook: @JorLandCat Shaye Wanner – Host of Casual Cattle Conversation https://www.casualcattleconversations.com/ Follow on Facebook: @cattleconvos Contact Us with Questions or Concerns Have questions or feedback? Feel free to reach out via: Call/Text: 707-RANCH20 or 707-726-2420 Email: RanchItUpShow@gmail.com Follow us: Facebook/Instagram: @RanchItUpShow YouTube: Subscribe to Ranch It Up Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/RanchItUp Catch all episodes of the Ranch It Up Podcast available on all major podcasting platforms. Discover the Heart of Rural America with Tigger & BEC Ranching, farming, and the Western lifestyle are at the heart of everything we do. Tigger & BEC bring you exclusive insights from the world of working ranches, cattle farming, and sustainable beef production. Learn more about Jeff 'Tigger' Erhardt & Rebecca Wanner (BEC) and their mission to promote the Western way of life at Tigger and BEC. https://tiggerandbec.com/ Industry References, Partners and Resources For additional information on industry trends, products, and services, check out these trusted resources: Allied Genetic Resources: https://alliedgeneticresources.com/ American Gelbvieh Association: https://gelbvieh.org/ Axiota Animal Health: https://axiota.com/multimin-campaign-landing-page/ Imogene Ingredients: https://www.imogeneingredients.com/ Jorgensen Land & Cattle: https://jorgensenfarms.com/#/?ranchchannel=view Medora Boot: https://medoraboot.com/ RFD-TV: https://www.rfdtv.com/ Rural Radio Network: https://www.ruralradio147.com/ Superior Livestock Auctions: https://superiorlivestock.com/ Transova Genetics: https://transova.com/ Westway Feed Products: https://westwayfeed.com/ Wrangler: https://www.wrangler.com/ Wulf Cattle: https://www.wulfcattle.com/
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  • Feeder Cattle Sales Continue On Strong Momentum

    Feeder Cattle Sales Continue On Strong Momentum
    Apr 10 2026

    It’s the Ranch It Up Radio Show Herd It Here Weekly Report! A 3-minute look at cattle markets, reports, news info, or anything that has to do with those of us who live at the end of dirt roads. Join Jeff 'Tigger' Erhardt, the Boss Lady Rebecca Wanner aka 'BEC' by subscribing on your favorite podcasting app or on the Ranch It Up Radio Show YouTube Channel.

    Strong Spring Run For Feeder Cattle Sales

    Feeder cattle sales continue their strong momentum in prices being commanded this past week. Easter Monday proved to be busy across much of cow country. Joplin, Missouri led the charge by running 7600 head across the scales with Sioux Falls, South Dakota at 2482 head, Kingdom City, Missouri at 1161 head, Gainesville, Missouri at just a tick over a thousand head and Paris, Kentucky at 943.

    Joplin, Missouri was noted as a snappy market by Corbit Wall with good demand across all classes, noting feeder steers were steady to $15 higher and lighter weights $15 to as much as $50 higher. He also pointed out that runs were unusually light, with far fewer load lots than normal, which limited what went into the index despite stronger trends.

    References:

    https://www.nationalbeefwire.com/clara-live-apr-7

    Upcoming Feeder Cattle, Bull & Cow Sales On RanchChannel.Com

    Lots of feeder cattle, steers & heifers, bulls, and cow sales coming up on the RanchChannel.Com sale calendar. Check out the full line up HERE.

    SPONSORS

    Jorgensen Land & Cattle

    https://jorgensenfarms.com/

    @JorLandCat

    Ranch Channel

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    @RanchChannel

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    Rural America is center-stage on this outfit.

    AND how is that? Because of Tigger & BEC... Live This Western Lifestyle.

    Tigger & BEC represent the Working Ranch world by providing the cowboys, cowgirls, beef cattle producers & successful farmers the knowledge and education needed to bring high-quality beef & meat to your table for dinner.

    Learn more about Jeff 'Tigger' Erhardt & Rebecca Wanner aka BEC here: TiggerandBEC.com

    https://tiggerandbec.com/
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  • Spring Calf Sales Begin & Data Management with CattleMax

    Spring Calf Sales Begin & Data Management with CattleMax
    Apr 5 2026
    It’s The Ranch It Up Radio Show! Join Jeff Tigger Erhardt, Rebecca Wanner AKA BEC and their crew as they move into spring sale season with an update on the Gulf Coast Classic from Superior Livestock. Data management has never been easier, thanks to software like Cattle Max. Learn about integration. Plus the market recap, the ranch channel sales calendar and lots more all wrapped into this brand-new episode of The Ranch It Up Radio Show. Be sure to subscribe on your favorite podcasting app or on the Ranch It Up Radio Show YouTube Channel. Spring Cattle Sales: Gulf Coast Classic From Superior Livestock The Gulf Coast Classic from Superior Livestock is the first big cattle run of the 2026 cattle sales season. Deadlines to consign cattle are April 6, 2026. You can watch the sale live from Natchitoches, Louisiana, April 16, 2026 starting at 8:00 AM CST. View the sale live by watching Dish Network Channel 997 or streaming live on SLA-TV.com Data Management Made Easy with CattleMax CattleMax is a ranch management software designed to help cattle producers efficiently track and manage their herds. It allows users to record detailed data on individual animals, including health treatments, breeding history, weights, and pasture movements, all in one centralized system. By replacing paper records and spreadsheets with a streamlined digital platform, CattleMax helps improve decision-making, increase productivity, and maintain accurate records for compliance and reporting. Its user-friendly interface and cloud-based accessibility make it a practical tool for ranchers looking to modernize their operations. Featured Experts in the Cattle Industry Rayburn Smith - Superior Livestock https://superiorlivestock.com/ Follow On Facebook: @SuperiorLivestockAuction Terrill Miller – Cattle Max https://www.cattlemax.com/ Follow on Facebook: @CattleMax Shaye Wanner – Host of Casual Cattle Conversation https://www.casualcattleconversations.com/ Follow on Facebook: @cattleconvos Contact Us with Questions or Concerns Have questions or feedback? Feel free to reach out via: Call/Text: 707-RANCH20 or 707-726-2420Email: RanchItUpShow@gmail.comFollow us: Facebook/Instagram: @RanchItUpShowYouTube: Subscribe to Ranch It Up Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/RanchItUp Catch all episodes of the Ranch It Up Podcast available on all major podcasting platforms. Discover the Heart of Rural America with Tigger & BEC Ranching, farming, and the Western lifestyle are at the heart of everything we do. Tigger & BEC bring you exclusive insights from the world of working ranches, cattle farming, and sustainable beef production. Learn more about Jeff 'Tigger' Erhardt & Rebecca Wanner (BEC) and their mission to promote the Western way of life at Tigger and BEC. https://tiggerandbec.com/ Industry References, Partners and Resources For additional information on industry trends, products, and services, check out these trusted resources: Allied Genetic Resources: https://alliedgeneticresources.com/ American Gelbvieh Association: https://gelbvieh.org/ Axiota Animal Health: https://axiota.com/multimin-campaign-landing-page/ Imogene Ingredients: https://www.imogeneingredients.com/ Jorgensen Land & Cattle: https://jorgensenfarms.com/#/?ranchchannel=view Medora Boot: https://medoraboot.com/ RFD-TV: https://www.rfdtv.com/ Rural Radio Network: https://www.ruralradio147.com/ Superior Livestock Auctions: https://superiorlivestock.com/ Transova Genetics: https://transova.com/ Westway Feed Products: https://westwayfeed.com/ Wrangler: https://www.wrangler.com/ Wulf Cattle: https://www.wulfcattle.com/
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  • Product Of USA Label Creates New Opportunities For Cattle Producers

    Product Of USA Label Creates New Opportunities For Cattle Producers
    Apr 3 2026

    It’s the Ranch It Up Radio Show Herd It Here Weekly Report! A 3-minute look at cattle markets, reports, news info, or anything that has to do with those of us who live at the end of dirt roads. Join Jeff 'Tigger' Erhardt, the Boss Lady Rebecca Wanner aka 'BEC' by subscribing on your favorite podcasting app or on the Ranch It Up Radio Show YouTube Channel.

    Online Tool For Helping Fire Affected Producers In Nebraska

    Kent Bacus of The National Cattlemen’s Beef Association shares why cattle producers are encouraged by USDA’s renewed push behind the voluntary Product of the USA label.

    For years, U.S. cattle producers have pushed to fix what they saw as a misleading labeling loophole—and now, that change is here.

    Kent Bacus says the updated USDA rule finally tightens the standards behind the “Product of USA” label. He explains the concern was simple: imported beef could still carry that label, creating confusion for consumers and an uneven playing field for American producers.

    Now, that loophole is closed. Under the updated rule, any product using the “Product of USA” label must come from animals that were born, raised, harvested, and processed right here in the United States. Bacus says that opens the door for real differentiation in the marketplace—and gives U.S. producers a clearer way to promote their product. Importantly, this is not a requirement—it’s a choice.

    Companies can opt in to use the label, but only if they can verify and document that the product meets those full U.S.-origin standards. And while this isn’t about food safety, Bacus says it is about building trust. He calls it a marketing tool—one that helps connect consumers to where their food comes from and adds integrity to the label. Because today’s shoppers aren’t just buying beef—they’re buying the story behind it.

    References:

    https://www.oklahomafarmreport.com/2026/03/25/kent-bacus-product-of-usa-label-creates-new-opportunities-for-cattle-producers/

    Upcoming Feeder Cattle, Bull & Cow Sales On RanchChannel.Com

    Lots of feeder cattle, steers & heifers, bulls, and cow sales coming up on the RanchChannel.Com sale calendar. Check out the full line up HERE.

    SPONSORS

    Jorgensen Land & Cattle

    https://jorgensenfarms.com/

    @JorLandCat

    Ranch Channel

    https://ranchchannel.com/

    @RanchChannel

    Questions & Concerns From The Field?

    Call or Text your questions, or comments to 707-RANCH20 or 707-726-2420

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    Rural America is center-stage on this outfit.

    AND how is that? Because of Tigger & BEC... Live This Western Lifestyle.

    Tigger & BEC represent the Working Ranch world by providing the cowboys, cowgirls, beef cattle producers & successful farmers the knowledge and education needed to bring high-quality beef & meat to your table for dinner.

    Learn more about Jeff 'Tigger' Erhardt & Rebecca Wanner aka BEC here: TiggerandBEC.com

    https://tiggerandbec.com/
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  • Bull Development, Meat Trade & Costs, Lab Grown Meat, & Packer Consolidation

    Bull Development, Meat Trade & Costs, Lab Grown Meat, & Packer Consolidation
    Mar 29 2026
    It’s The Ranch It Up Radio Show! Join Jeff Tigger Erhardt, Rebecca Wanner AKA BEC and their crew as they dive into breeding bull development. Plus, updates on Nebraska Fire Relief, the increasing price of meat, and Florida’s ban on lab grown meat. Hear the market recaps, the ranch channel sales calendar and lot’s more all wrapped into this brand-new episode of The Ranch It Up Radio Show. Be sure to subscribe on your favorite podcasting app or on the Ranch It Up Radio Show YouTube Channel. Season 6, EPISODE 282 Breeding Bull Development at The CK Bar Ranch Welcome to CK Bar Ranch — your trusted source for high-quality Simmental and SimAngus bulls. Based in Kadoka, South Dakota, we focus on raising durable, high-performance cattle that help producers improve herd efficiency and profitability. At CK Bar Ranch, customer success comes first. Our bulls are bred for longevity, adaptability, and easy calving, while delivering strong growth and real-world performance. Whether you’re buying at our annual sale, the Black Hills Stock Show, or through private treaty, we provide genetics tailored to your operation. We specialize in seedstock designed for commercial cattlemen, with an emphasis on maternal strength, growth, and carcass quality. Raised on native grass in the rugged Badlands, our cattle are built to perform in a wide range of environments across the U.S. and Canada. With more than 40 years of experience, owners Kelly Erickson and Amy Stilwell have built a reputation for producing reliable, ranch-ready cattle that deliver consistent results. We also make buying simple with free bull boarding until breeding season and free delivery to nearby states. Sale Details: Friday, April 3, 2026 2:00 PM MST St. Onge Livestock, St. Onge, South Dakota Online bidding available through DVAuction For more information, contact Kelly Erickson at 701-898-1583. Cattle Industry News Nebraska Fire Relief After more than 800,000 acres have burned in Nebraska wildfires, livestock producers are now searching for places to graze their animals. The Nebraska Cattlemen’s Association says there are two main options — both showing how neighbors are stepping up to help. One option is feeding cattle hay. Donations are arriving by the truckload, but hay can still be expensive. The second option is a free online tool called the Nebraska Grazing Exchange. It connects ranchers who need land with farmers who have pasture available. People who want to help can sign up, list what they can offer, and connect directly with ranchers in need. Once a match is made, the next step is moving the animals to that land. Laura Field, Executive Vice President of Nebraska Cattlemen, says support has been overwhelming. She says tough times like this bring out the best in the agriculture community. Field says some ranchers have lost up to 70 or 80 percent of their summer grazing land, and may need to move cattle to entirely different regions — even out of state. But she says help is coming from all directions — across the country. Field also says she doesn’t expect long-term economic damage. She says Nebraska’s beef industry is strong and resilient, and will weather this challenge. While moving cattle — also known as rotational grazing — isn’t new, the situation right now is complicated. Field says burned areas are filled with damaged equipment like fencing, water systems, and other infrastructure. She says groups are working with state and federal partners to match needs with resources and get supplies where they’re needed most. As for concerns about ranchers leaving the state, Field says the grass will grow back — and the cattle will return. The Nebraska Department of Agriculture adds that grazing can actually help prevent future wildfires by reducing dry plant material. Nebraska Grazing Exchange References: https://www.klkntv.com/online-tool-connects-farmers-with-available-land-to-cattle-ranchers-in-need-of-grazing-area-after-wildfires/ Global Meat Trade & Demand A series of market-moving events, including a strike at a JBS beef plant, geopolitical tensions involving Iran, shifting oil prices and tariff uncertainty, have yet to derail strong beef demand, as wholesale prices continued to climb, according to analysis by Drovers and Sterling Marketing Profit Tracker. Market fundamentals have shifted in recent weeks. Lower fed cattle prices combined with higher boxed beef values improved packer margins while pressuring feedlots. For the week ending March 14, packer margins were estimated at a loss of $54.17 per head, narrowing from deeper losses in prior weeks. The beef cutout rose to $390.66 per cwt. Feedlot margins turned negative, estimated at a loss of $48.79 per head. Elevated breakevens continue to pressure feedlots despite strong demand. Hamburger prices on restaurant menus are 14% higher in the last three years, but beef production costs jumped 32% since January 2023, according to a new report from food ...
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  • Nebraska Grazing Exchange Online Tool To Aid In Fire Relief For Producers

    Nebraska Grazing Exchange Online Tool To Aid In Fire Relief For Producers
    Mar 27 2026

    It’s the Ranch It Up Radio Show Herd It Here Weekly Report! A 3-minute look at cattle markets, reports, news info, or anything that has to do with those of us who live at the end of dirt roads. Join Jeff 'Tigger' Erhardt, the Boss Lady Rebecca Wanner aka 'BEC' by subscribing on your favorite podcasting app or on the Ranch It Up Radio Show YouTube Channel.

    Online Tool For Helping Fire Affected Producers In Nebraska

    Nebraska producers impacted by recent wildfires now have a new resource to help locate grazing land for their livestock. The Nebraska Grazing Exchange is an online tool designed to connect cattle producers in need of pasture with landowners who have available grazing. The platform allows users to post listings or search for opportunities across the state. Officials say the exchange is especially important following the fires, which have reduced available forage and displaced herds in several areas. Producers needing assistance—or those willing to offer grazing—can access the Nebraska Grazing Exchange online to submit or view listings. State leaders say the effort is aimed at supporting recovery and keeping Nebraska’s livestock industry moving forward in the wake of the disaster.

    References:

    https://nebraskagrazingexchange.com/

    Upcoming Feeder Cattle, Bull & Cow Sales On RanchChannel.Com

    Lots of feeder cattle, steers & heifers, bulls, and cow sales coming up on the RanchChannel.Com sale calendar. Check out the full line up HERE.

    SPONSORS

    Jorgensen Land & Cattle

    https://jorgensenfarms.com/

    @JorLandCat

    Ranch Channel

    https://ranchchannel.com/

    @RanchChannel

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    Rural America is center-stage on this outfit.

    AND how is that? Because of Tigger & BEC... Live This Western Lifestyle.

    Tigger & BEC represent the Working Ranch world by providing the cowboys, cowgirls, beef cattle producers & successful farmers the knowledge and education needed to bring high-quality beef & meat to your table for dinner.

    Learn more about Jeff 'Tigger' Erhardt & Rebecca Wanner aka BEC here: TiggerandBEC.com

    https://tiggerandbec.com/
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  • Customer Service Is Top Priority At Wulf Cattle

    Customer Service Is Top Priority At Wulf Cattle
    Mar 22 2026
    It’s The Ranch It Up Radio Show! Join Jeff Tigger Erhardt, Rebecca Wanner AKA BEC and their crew as they hear how customer service is top priority at Wulf Cattle to find just the right bulls for your program. Plus, the latest news, market reports, the ranch channel sales calendar and lots more all wrapped into this brand-new episode of The Ranch It Up Radio Show. Be sure to subscribe on your favorite podcasting app or on the Ranch It Up Radio Show YouTube Channel. Wulf Cattle: Limousin, Lim-Flex, Angus Genetics Wulf Cattle is a leading name in Limousin and Lim-Flex genetics, known for producing efficient, high-quality beef cattle that deliver real results for commercial producers. Why Choose Wulf Cattle? Proven performance with data-backed geneticsFeed efficiency to reduce costs and boost gainsStrong carcass quality with excellent yield and marblingAdaptability across diverse environmentsCustomer service in all aspects of your genetics Limousin & Lim-Flex Advantage Wulf specializes in: Limousin – muscle, efficiency, and high yieldLim-Flex – a blend of Limousin and Angus for both quality and performance Sale & Open House Information Tuesday & Wednesday, March 24th & 25th - At The Sandy Ridge Ranch, Atkinson, Nebraska 11:00 AM – Beef Lunch 1:00 PM – Sale Begins Location Sandy Ridge Ranch Atkinson, Nebraska Thursday, April 2, 2026 12:00 PM, CST - Sale Begins View Live on DV Auction or Superior Livestock Sale Day Phones Casey Fanta – 320-288-6128 Troy Reynolds – 719-580-1308 Ryan Reynolds – 719-588-1532 Joe Cary – 719-580-8702 Cattle Industry News Nebraska Cattlemen Offers Aid For Those Affected By Fire Nebraska Gov. Jim Pillen issued an emergency proclamation on March 13th in response to the fire, deploying the state National Guard to assist local fire crews. In an effort to help producers, the Nebraska Cattlemen Disaster Relief Fund activated the disaster relief account and is accepting monetary donations until further notice. Nebraska Cattleman Relief Fund References: https://www.nebraskacattlemen.org/disaster-relief-fund https://www.usatoday.com/story/news/nation/2026/03/16/morrill-cottonwood-nebraska-fire/89183663007/ Thousands Of Workers Strike Against JBS Thousands of workers for the world’s largest meatpacking company began a two-week strike Monday in Colorado, threatening to make already costly beef even more expensive for U.S. consumers. The first walkout at a U.S. beef slaughterhouse in four decades follows accusations from union officials that the company retaliated against workers and committed other unfair labor practices. They said the company offered wage increases of less than 2% annually, which is below Colorado’s inflation rate. Union officials said 99% of the plant’s 3,800 unionized workers voted to strike. More than 2,600 showed up at the picket line by early Monday afternoon and others were expected to check in over coming days. The union said its workers perform some of the most difficult and dangerous jobs in the country and deserve higher wages and better health care. It said JBS in many cases has charged workers $1,100 or more to offset the company’s expenses for personal protective equipment. The strike comes at a 75-year low in U.S. cattle numbers, with a Jan. 1 inventory of 86.2 million animals — down 1% from the prior year. The decline has been driven in part by drought and low prices offered to ranchers. Meanwhile, beef prices have soared to record levels. President Donald Trump’s tariffs on Brazil, a major beef exporter, have also curbed imports. Pressed to act on “affordability” issues after Republican losses last November, Trump accused foreign-owned companies of driving up U.S. beef prices and asked the Department of Justice to investigate. The price for 100% ground chuck beef more than doubled over the past two decades from $2.55 to $6.07 per pound, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics. The increase has added to economic anxiety in the U.S. The Trump administration has promoted a trade deal with Argentina in efforts to lower prices for food, including beef. According to a livestock market adviser for industry consultant Ever Ag, the Greeley plant has about 6% of the total U.S. beef slaughterhouse capacity. References: https://apnews.com/article/meatpacking-plant-strike-jbs-greeley-colorado-02e9d57762af09a609b34d8e577f0c37?utm_source=join1440&utm_medium=email&utm_placement=newsletter&user_id=67178c52990b5fce830b7374 https://meatingplace.com/union-workers-strike-at-jbs-greeley-beef-plant-over-pay-safety-concerns/?utm_source=omeda&utm_medium=email&utm_cid=1103020073&utm_campaign=MTGMCD260316012&utm_date=20260316-1315 Featured Experts in the Cattle Industry Casey Fanta - Wulf Cattle https://wulfcattle.com/ Follow On Facebook: @WulfCattle Kirk Donsbach – Financial Analyst at StoneX https://www.stonex.com/ Follow on Facebook: @StoneXGroupInc Shaye Wanner – Host of Casual Cattle Conversation https://...
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