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2023 Cattlemen’s Banquet

Dear Sponsor Franklin County Cattlemen’s is gearing up for our 2023 Cattlemen’s Banquet on February 25, and we are reaching out to our past sponsors early. We have some NEW and IMPROVED ways that you will be able to purchase tickets this year so please look at the information listed below. It is our hope […]
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This Week in Washington by Public Lands Council

This Week in Washingtonby Public Lands Council Bald and Golden Eagle CommentsPLC will submit comments as part of the the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service’s call for comments on how to improve the permitting process for incidental take of bald and golden eagles. Many of our producers see the impacts of plentiful eagle populations each […]
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NCBA Supports Additional USDA Funding for Beef Supply Chains

On October 4, 2021, the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) announced an additional $100 million investment into the food supply chain infrastructure. The National Cattlemen’s Beef Association (NCBA) supports this step to prioritize the expansion of beef processing capacity and dedicate further resources to build a more resilient cattle industry.“Our number one goal at NBCA […]
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Cowboys, Lawmakers Discuss Market Reforms During House Ag Committee Hearing

Cattle markets need reform, “serious reform,” according to Senator Chuck Grassley (R-IA).Consensus for what such reforms would entail, however, was missing at Thursday’s House Agriculture Committee hearing to “Review the State of the Livestock Industry.”In the fourth hearing this year, Ag Committee chairman David Scott (D-GA) said witnesses provided “diverse perspectives,” and that many members […]
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USDA Assistance Deadlines Fast Approaching!

The U.S. Department of Agriculture offers financial assistance for a broad set of customers through our Pandemic Assistance for Producers initiative. Signup deadlines for three critical programs are quickly approaching:– Coronavirus Food Assistance Program 2 – Oct. 12- Pandemic Livestock Indemnity Program – Oct. 12- Pandemic Assistance for Timber Harvesters and Haulers Program – Oct. 15To those […]
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