The latest State of the Beef Industry insights reveal a rare paradox for U.S. beef producers: Historic profitability and strong demand are clashing with persistent drought, labor shortages, rising input costs and political threats.

The latest State of the Beef Industry insights reveal a rare paradox for U.S. beef producers: Historic profitability and strong demand are clashing with persistent drought, labor shortages, rising input costs and political threats.

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AgDay 09/15/26

The cattle industry is dealing with an aging ownership base, not enough skilled help and questions about who's next in line to take over the operation. The generational gap is widening and it's a real threat to the cattle industry and herd size long term if not addressed.

The cattle industry is dealing with an aging ownership base, not enough skilled help and questions about who's next in line to take over the operation. The generational gap is widening and it's a real threat to the cattle industry and herd size long term if not addressed.

AgDay 09/18/26

Diesel prices have hit record highs every day for more than a week. The timing couldn't be worse for farmers with harvest ramping up.  

Diesel prices have hit record highs every day for more than a week. The timing couldn't be worse for farmers with harvest ramping up. &nbsp;

AgDay 09/17/26

The loss of 3,000 head of packing capacity at the Joslin, Illinois, plant along with the other plants that have closed this year is taking away producers most important tool in cash cattle market negotiations.

The loss of 3,000 head of packing capacity at the Joslin, Illinois, plant along with the other plants that have closed this year is taking away producers most important tool in cash cattle market negotiations.

AgDay 09/15/26

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