Wednesday, June 18, 2025 4:07PM CDT
USDA announced an $8.5 million sterile fly facility in South Texas to combat New World screwworm threat. The facility will enhance border protection against the devastating pest that caused Mexico-U.S. border closures, with cattle industry groups strongly supporting this critical defense measure.
Monday, June 16, 2025 11:53AM CDT
The CFTC brought the case against Texas-based Agridime, which had recruited more than 2,100 investors to buy cattle contracts claiming guaranteed profits. When the company was shut down by court order, it had significantly less money, cattle and beef than claimed.