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- 1Ranchers warn immigration crackdown could push beef prices higher▼Ranchers warn immigration crackdown could send beef prices even higher
American ranchers are warning that a tightened immigration crackdown could drive beef prices even higher, on top of already elevated costs at the grocery store. The industry relies heavily on immigrant labor for processing and herding, and producers say labor shortages would shrink supply and raise costs. The warning adds to consumer concerns about food inflation in the United States.
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US cattle industry organizations are publicly opposing immigration enforcement raids, arguing that aggressive deportations threaten an already strained agricultural workforce. Ranchers and feedlot operators rely heavily on immigrant labor, and industry groups warn that sudden enforcement actions disrupt operations, raise labor costs, and put food production at risk, putting parts of the farming sector at odds with the administration's crackdown.
- 3Wild Screwworm Fly Detected in Texas as Outbreak Spreads▼First Wild Screwworm Fly Detected in Texas Since Outbreak Began
A wild screwworm fly has been detected in Texas for the first time since the current outbreak began, confirming the pest has reached the state. Screwworm flies lay eggs in wounds of warm-blooded animals, and their larvae can kill livestock, pets and occasionally people. Health and agriculture officials are expected to step up surveillance and containment efforts as ranchers worry about the threat to cattle herds.
- 4Judge blocks bison removal from Montana public lands▼Judge blocks bison removal from public lands in Montana
A federal judge has blocked efforts to remove bison from public lands in Montana, halting planned removal actions that would have affected wild bison herds on those lands. The ruling is significant for wildlife advocates who have long pushed to protect bison in the state, while also drawing attention from ranchers and land managers concerned about bison management.
- 5Montana Commission Moves to Draft Predator Management Policy▼Montana Fish and Wildlife Commission Moves to Draft Predator Management Policy
The Montana Fish and Wildlife Commission has voted to move forward with drafting a formal predator management policy, a step that would shape how the state handles species such as wolves, mountain lions and other predators. The decision, reported by the Flathead Beacon, sets the stage for public debate over hunting rules, livestock conflicts and wildlife conservation across Montana.
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Scientists are urging that funding for the USDA Climate Hubs be extended. The regional hubs help farmers, ranchers and land managers adapt to climate change by translating research into practical guidance. Supporters argue the network delivers value on the ground and should not lapse, though details of the funding request and the response from policymakers remain unclear.