Livestock

Op-ed: Dollars don’t kill screwworms

· December 23, 2024

The federal government has a bad habit of spending money on problems before even figuring out what’s really wrong, and the recent New World screwworm scare is a prime example. This is typical Washington behavior — prematurely spending first and asking questions later. But here in Texas, we do things differently. We solve problems with […]

Mexico

Mexico is America’s most reliable dairy export customer

· December 19, 2024

DAILY Bites Mexico is the leading export market for U.S. dairy products, purchasing 4.5% of U.S. milk production and accounting for over a quarter of international sales. The U.S. supplies over 80% of Mexico’s annual dairy product deficit, with exports surpassing $2 billion in 2022 under the USMCA. Investments in U.S. dairy processing plants, totaling […]

New dietary guidelines spark clash over red meat

· December 10, 2024

DAILY Bites The 2025 Dietary Guidelines recommend reducing red meat and promoting plant-based proteins for health and equity. Meat-related ag groups oppose this, highlighting beef’s nutritional benefits, especially for vulnerable groups. Public comments are open, with a January 2025 meeting before finalizing guidelines. DAILY Discussion The federal Dietary Guidelines Advisory Committee has recommended a reduction […]

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