Most folks may recall that in September 2024, the southeastern U.S. was hit by Hurricane Helene, a Category 4 storm that made landfall in Florida’s Big Bend area with 140-mph winds. It crossed Florida and came up through Georgia, South Carolina, North Carolina and eastern Tennessee, causing numerous fatalities and billions of dollars in damage. We are still hearing about the recovery efforts across much of the region, particularly areas of North Carolina devastated by flooding.

It’s probably safe to assume that, at some point, you’ve heard about carbon credits. After all, carbon credits have been utilized by various industries globally for decades as part of efforts to combat climate change.

Ranchers are often asked multiple economic questions when meeting with their bankers. These may include: Are you making more money on raised or purchased cattle? Are you better off selling your calves at weaning, as stockers or carrying them through the feedlot? Is it more profitable to retain heifers or purchase cows when replenishing the herd?

Halter, a technology company increasing productivity on U.S. cattle ranches with its virtual fencing and animal management system, has raised $100 million in a Series D fundraising round, valuing the company at $1 billion.

Disease outbreaks pose a real and growing threat to cattle operations of all sizes. Whether it’s a common concern, such as bovine viral diarrhea virus (BVDV), or a foreign animal disease, such as foot-and-mouth disease (FMD), proactive biosecurity measures are key for disease prevention.

Cattle theft may look different today than it did back then, but that doesn't mean you can't protect yourself from it. Check out some practical advice to keep your cattle business safe.

E-ID tags can be helpful for cattle operations, offering accurate data collection, compliance with USDA standards and increased efficiency. They help producers manage cattle records and improve overall productivity.

Natalie Kovarik is the co-owner of Kovarik Cattle Co., a first-generation seedstock operation based in central Nebraska, and the co-host of the Discover Ag podcast.