MEMBER ALERT: In the earlier hours of Thursday morning, the Senate passed the $2 trillion COVID-19 relief package on a 96-0 vote. Four Senators refrained from voting ‘out of an abundance of caution’ so as not to endanger the health of their colleagues. The House will consider the bill on Friday, with Speaker Nancy Pelosi calling for a “voice vote” …
As we look ahead to what 2020 may bring, I am honored to serve as the next president of the United States Cattlemen’s Association. My term officially started upon election at the 2019 USCA Board of Directors Meeting in Las Vegas, Nevada. I follow in the footsteps of an incredible leader and friend, past president Kenny Graner, and am grateful …
(WASHINGTON) — Following Congressional efforts to provide immediate, short-term relief for U.S. cattle producers during these historic times, United States Cattlemen’s Association (USCA) President Dr. Brooke Miller issued the following statement: “USCA would like to recognize efforts by the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) to keep the U.S. agriculture system running as smoothly as possible and providing certainty in uncertain …
(March 18, 2020) — Due to the COVID-19 emergency relief effort, the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) has exempted livestock haulers from compliance with federal Hours of Service rules that limit drive time until at least April 12. Drivers wishing to haul under this exemption are suggested to print out and keep in their cab a copy of the Expanded …
USCA Member Roddy Rost and Nutra-Lix, Inc. Salesman J.D. Steen (BILLINGS) – Nutra-Lix, Inc. and the United States’ Cattlemen’s Association (USCA) continued their annual tradition of awarding a custom-made saddle to a lucky USCA member this year at the Montana Agri-Trade Exposition in Billings, Mont. The annual drawing has served to encourage membership and participation in USCA. The Montana Agri-Trade Exposition is …
Please see below for a joint statement issued by USDA Under Secretaries Mindy Brashears and Greg Ibach on how the USDA plans to handle challenges associated with COVID-19. The U.S. Cattlemen’s Association will continue to monitor this ongoing issue and provide timely updates like this one. ATTENTION: CATTLE PRODUCERS In the instance Congress passes a livestock indemnity program that the U.S. Department …
(WASHINGTON) – The United States Cattlemen’s Association (USCA) called on the U.S. Department of Agriculture to take immediate steps to address the impact the Coronavirus (COVID-19) is having on the U.S. cattle market. Click here for the letter. USCA President Dr. Brooke Miller, M.D. issued the following statement: “The actions that federal, state, and local government – along with private entities …
(WASHINGTON) – Today, the United States Cattlemen’s Association (USCA) submitted comments to the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) on the proposed establishment of a new regulation under the Packers and Stockyards Act, which protects fair trade, financial integrity, and competitive marketing for livestock, meat, and poultry. USCA does not believe the proposed regulation goes far enough in addressing producer concerns related …
(WASHINGTON) – Today, the United States Cattlemen’s Association (USCA) submitted comments to the White House Council on Environmental Quality (CEQ) regarding proposed revisions to the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA). The comments were drafted in coordination with other public lands stakeholders and USCA’s Public Lands & Environment Committee. USCA supports the provisions outlined within the Notice of Proposed Rulemaking, including: Limiting the number of …
(WASHINGTON) – Today, the United States Cattlemen’s Association (USCA) submitted comments to the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) on needed revisions to federal grazing regulations. The comments were drafted in coordination with other public lands stakeholders and USCA’s Public Lands & Environment Committee. Specifically, USCA asks BLM to consider: Restoring pre-1995 definitions including a priority position for renewal of a grazing permit. Amending the …
(WASHINGTON) – In response to a recent announcement lifting the ban on the importation of Brazilian beef, United States Cattlemen’s Association (USCA) President Brooke Miller issued the following statement, “USCA is stunned by the recent decision to risk the health of our domestic cattle herd and jeopardize the safety of consumers by allowing the importation of fresh beef from Brazil. We sounded …
A previous version of this email included a non-functioning hyperlink. That has been corrected in the below release. We apologize for the inconvenience. USCA Director Emritus Leo McDonnell, his wife Sam, and USCA supporter Eddie Miller. (FAITH, SD) – On Monday, Faith Livestock in Faith, South Dakota proudly hosted the United States Cattlemen’s Association (USCA) for a rollover auction fundraiser. Prior …