NCBA Reminds Cattle Producers to Review Corporate Transparency Act and Avoid Costly Penalties

WASHINGTON (August 5, 2024) – The National Cattlemen’s Beef Association (NCBA) is reminding cattle producers to consult with their tax attorneys regarding the Corporate Transparency Act, with key deadlines approaching at the end of 2024. NCBA’s grassroots members
NMPF, USDEC Expand South American Partnerships

The National Milk Producers Federation and the U.S. Dairy Export Council advanced a pair of partnerships in South America last week. The organizations signed a Memorandum of Understanding with a prominent Brazilian milk producers association and renewed
Raised with Respect Cattle Campaign Now in Year Two

Increasing consumer confidence in how beef is raised in the U.S. can be a tall task. However, due to ranchers investing time in Beef Quality Assurance (BQA) training, progress is being made one certification at a time.
FTC to Study High Food Prices

The U.S. Federal Trade Commission will look into why grocery prices are still high despite falling costs for retailers. FTC Chair Lina Khan made the announcement during a public meeting with officials from the Justice Department on
USTR Sets Timing for Tariff Hikes

The Biden administration recently proposed tariff increases on goods entering the country from China. The Office of the U.S. Trade Representative will make its final determination later this month. In May, the administration announced plans to raise
USGC Elects New Chair

The U.S. Grains Council elected Verity Ulibarri as its new Chairwoman during the USGC’s 64th Annual Board of Delegates Meeting in Salt Lake City, Utah. “We are thrilled to see Verity elected as chairwoman of the U.S.
Summer Heat to Last Well Into Fall

AccuWeather long-range forecasters say intense summer heat is expected to last well into Autumn across much of America. That means an increased risk of wildfires and severe weather. “Fall is going to feel more like an extended
AGCO Announces Updates to Its Missouri and Wisconsin Dealership Network

DULUTH, Ga., Aug. 5, 2024 — AGCO Corporation, a global leader in the design, manufacture and distribution of agricultural machinery and precision ag technology provided updates regarding the growth plan for its North American distribution network today.