Jamie Chadwick

ANALYSIS: Australian Imports of Beef “Cuts” Increasing to the US? When analyzing the subprimal, primals, and cuts, which will be referred to as just cuts for all three moving forward into this analysis, the percent coming into the US when compared to boneless trimmings has held somewhat steady over the past 5 years. Overall, the yearly average percentage has ranged from 38-50%, but since 2023 has...

“Cattle producers are rightfully frustrated by today’s announcement that President Trump plans to increase foreign beef imports and sell that beef below the cost of production. Americans, including farm families, are paying more for fuel, electricity, housing and nearly everything else. We understand the desire to provide relief to American families facing high grocery costs, but additional...

The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) is sharing a new roadmap outlining how the agency will regularly review the New World Screwworm (NWS) Response Playbook. The roadmap establishes a quarterly cycle for inviting and reviewing stakeholder feedback, incorporating lessons learned, and as needed, refining guidance to ensure the Playbook...

American Farm Bureau President Zippy Duvall commented on the presidential proclamation issued today [August 26, 2027] by President Trump that allows beef imports to increase by 300,000 metric tons – more than 660 million pounds – over a 90-day period, undermining the U.S. cattle sector’s recovery.“One of the few bright spots for U.S. agriculture right now – the cattle sector – just became dimmer...

Mexico resumed live cattle exports to the US through the Agua Prieta–Douglas port of entry on August 24, after more than a year of suspended operations. Approximately 750 cattle were presented for inspection on the first day, with 719 crossing into Arizona. Local reports indicate that daily capacity could gradually increase from approximately 700–750 head to 1,200–1,300, though any adjustment...

Today, Congressman Shomari C. Figures (AL-02) announced that he plans to introduce legislation to reverse President Trump's plan to allow up to 300,000 metric tons of foreign ground beef to enter the United States tariff-free over the next 90 days-a move that gives little to no relief to consumers and serves as a significant disadvantage to American cattle farmers. "President...

With avian influenza (bird flu) currently affecting bird populations in parts of Australia, Biosecurity Week is a timely reminder of the role producers can play in protecting Australia's red meat and livestock industry. While the Australian red meat industry is unlikely to be significantly impacted by the recent arrival of migratory birds carrying the H5N1 virus, maintaining strong on-farm...

Foodservice operators are heading into fall leaning on nostalgia, value and expansion to drive traffic, strengthen loyalty and navigate a competitive operating environment. Nostalgia continues to prove its staying power as an industry strategy, with operators revisiting familiar flavors, menu items and experiences to reconnect with consumers. Limited-time offers have become a particularly...

This week’s Top 10 reflects a market still being shaped by trade disruption, supply chain strain and shifting demand signals across agriculture, food and energy. From geopolitical risk and tariff policy to low river levels in Europe and changing promotional strategies in retail and foodservice, the latest developments show how quickly operating conditions can shift, and how closely global commodity, logistics and end-market trends remain connected. This list is in no particular order.

UK farming unions demand urgent action over Brazilian meat imports to protect public health The joint letter has been signed by NFU Scotland President Andrew Connon, NFU President Tom Bradshaw, Ulster Farmers' Union President John McLenaghan and NFU Cymru President Abi Reader. The UK's four farming unions have joined forces calling for the UK Government to urgently prohibit imports of...