USDA launches initiative to rebuild US cattle herd

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The Hill's Headlines (PM) - September 1, 2026

The Hill's Headlines (PM) - September 1, 2026

(NewsNation) — The U.S. Department of Agriculture has announced a new set of measures aimed at rebuilding the nation’s cattle herd, strengthening domestic beef production and supporting American ranchers.

The Ranchers First Initiative builds on the USDA’s October 2025 plan to fortify the U.S. beef industry. It focuses on risk management, processing capacity, conservation support and opportunities for new and beginning producers.

The announcement comes as the U.S. cattle herd sits at a 75-year low, according to the Trump administration. Officials said the new measures are designed to help ranchers retain breeding animals, recover from natural disasters, expand local meat processing and strengthen the agricultural supply........

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