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Approval for a proposed data center on federal land in Nevada has been revoked pending a separate environmental review. buff.ly/exP4sjE

USDA projects slightly lower global beef production and steady exports in 2027, with Brazil remaining the largest beef exporter. buff.ly/hwqIOOk

An Arizona rancher continues to challenge the U.S. Forest Service's cancellation of her grazing permit, disputing the agency's evidence and alleging procedural violations despite previous court rulings. buff.ly/rviDAlw

In his latest Comments, Kevin discusses how rising fuel costs are affecting cattle transportation and producer profitability. Learn more at buff.ly/vect4jn.

Federal court temporarily blocks USDA office closures and employee relocations under its reorganization plan. buff.ly/AOTeLX3

U.S. sheep producers are seeking relief from lamb imports, arguing that foreign competition is hurting the domestic industry. buff.ly/KyQqT6h

In loving memory of Lawrence A. Ford Jr., 1935-2026. buff.ly/bIklLlw

USDA's Harvest Fuel Relief program to make available $8 billion in one-time payments to American farmers to provide relief from market disruptions and increased input costs. buff.ly/085hPbR

Cattle futures ended Friday mostly higher, while USDA's latest Cattle on Feed report showed September placements down 12% from a year ago. buff.ly/az9seSq

USDA to reopen Columbus, NM, and Santa Teresa, NM, ports of entry to cattle and equine imports, respectively, on Oct. 26. buff.ly/VyZkSkM

USDA will launch a new five-state regional cash cattle report Oct. 26 to improve price reporting as negotiated cash trade continues to decline. buff.ly/wLC2azt

Cattle markets closed the week with gains in cattle futures, while boxed beef prices moved lower and corn futures continued their downward trend. buff.ly/yydnsMB

Thursday Market Report: Cattle futures saw a mild correction ahead of tomorrow’s Cattle on Feed report. buff.ly/MTBGAQR

USFS has finalized a rule streamlining objections to proposed forest and grassland projects, with review timelines potentially reduced by up to 73%. buff.ly/b4Wsy7o

A national sheep industry survey is seeking producer input on production costs and operating expenses through Nov. 30. buff.ly/p4yHR1Q

Live cattle futures continued to climb Wednesday as traders anticipated support from cash cattle trade and USDA’s efforts to improve price transparency in the cattle market. buff.ly/Cqpksn0

Body condition can significantly affect cull cow prices, with heavier, better-conditioned cows generally bringing higher returns. buff.ly/7HyNBaS

The University of Nevada, Reno has launched a bachelor's degree in animal science, the first program of its kind in the state. buff.ly/lRM9AqP

Cattle futures continued their rally on optimism that cash trade will remain robust. buff.ly/fHnPA5v