Shoppers preparing for upcoming fall holidays, including Thanksgiving, should brace for higher turkey prices this year. New analysis from the American Farm Bureau Federation’s Market Intel series says economic factors as well as disease challenges have driven wholesale turkey prices up about 40 percent. While prices may be higher, the analysis shows there will be enough birds to meet consumer demand and Thanksgiving specials are likely to be offered by retailers.
The National Cattlemen’s Foundation (NCF) encourages college students pursuing careers in the beef industry to apply for the 2026 CME Group Beef Industry Scholarship. Ten scholarships of $1,500 each will be awarded. The application deadline is Nov. 7, 2025, at 5:00pm Central Time. For more information and to apply, visit www.nationalcattlemensfoundation.org. Scholarship winners will be announced during CattleCon 2026, Feb. 3-5, in Nashville, Tennessee.
Certified Angus Beef honored seven producers at its recent annual conference in Austin, Texas. Tehama Angus Ranch in California was recognized for Seedstock Commitment to Excellence; Commercial Commitment to Excellence went to Willis Ranch in Utah and Wyoming; Feedyard Commitment to Excellence – 4K Cattle LLC, Minnesota; Canadian Commitment to Excellence – Cross Cattle Co.; Sustainability Award – Means Ranch Company, Texas; Ambassador Award – Maplecrest Farms, Ohio; and the Progressive Partner went to Zybach Angus, Texas.
America’s dairy processors are responding to surging demand for their products by investing more than $11 billion in new and expanded manufacturing capacity across 19 states, according to data released by the International Dairy Foods Association (IDFA). With U.S. milk production expected to grow 15 billion pounds by the end of the decade and dairy consumption and export demand rising as consumers seek out wholesome protein and nourishment, dairy processors have undertaken more than 50 individual building projects between 2025 and early 2028. These new and upgraded facilities add to the billions-of-dollars of new processing capacity that has come online in the past decade as consumers seek out foods and beverages that boost strength and endurance, enhance health, and reduce illness.
The National Milk Producers Federation, U.S. Dairy Export Council and the Dairy Association of Taiwan signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) in a milestone step to strengthen the relationship between the U.S. and Taiwanese dairy sectors.
The members of the American Butter Institute elected a new leadership slate at their 2025 Board of Directors meeting in Phoenix, Arizona. Cheslie Stehouwer, the Vice President of Sales and Marketing at Continental Dairy Facilities in Coopersville, Michigan, begins a two-year term this fall.
The National Pork Industry Foundation (NPIF), a nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing research and education in the pork industry, is now accepting applications for the 2026 Neil Dierks Scholarship. For full eligibility requirements and to apply, check out NPPC’s online form.
With more than 60 percent greater attendance than last year, the 2025 USPOULTRY Environmental Management Seminar provided attendees with insights tailored to the specific challenges that environmental managers face daily. Ranging from legal and regulatory challenges to developing talent and reporting sustainability progress, this year’s seminar was loaded with valuable information to empower attendees to positively impact their facilities. The 2025 Clean Water Awards were also announced.
Attendee registration and general housing for the 2026 International Production & Processing Expo (IPPE) opened Monday, Oct. 6. IPPE remains the world’s largest annual showcase of technology, equipment, supplies and services for the production and processing of eggs, meat, poultry and animal food manufacturing. The upcoming 2026 IPPE is already set to break records, with the largest trade show floor in its history at more than 651,000 square feet of exhibit space and 1,250+ confirmed exhibitors. Attendees are encouraged to register online early to take advantage of the discounted rate of $85 (USD) through Jan. 9, 2026. Beginning Jan. 10, the registration fee will be $135.
Zoetis announced that Dectomax®-CA1 Injectable is the first and only parasite control product to receive conditional approval from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration for the prevention and treatment of infestations caused by larvae of Cochliomyia hominivorax (myiasis), and prevention of reinfestation for 21 days. This conditional approval applies to beef cattle, female dairy cattle less than 20 months of age, pregnant beef cows, newborn calves and bulls.
