Welcome to the 93rd edition of Ranching.com – the leading cattle management resource for a community of 96,000+ ranchers and farmers.

🥩 Beef Imports & U.S. Prices - Launching wider beef imports from Argentina won’t meaningfully lower U.S. beef prices, analysts say — the country currently supplies under 3% of U.S. beef imports, and much of it is lean trimmings. The article explores why the plan may fall short and how ranchers are reacting.

🚁 Drone Technology for Ranches - Drones aren’t just for aerial fun—they’re becoming practical tools for ranch operations, from surveying rough terrain to spotting animals and applying inputs. This article outlines what ranchers need to know about licensing, costs, and the true value of introducing drones on the range.

🪱 Spotting Screwworm Early - New World Screwworm (NWS) can attack cattle through seemingly minor wounds and cause rapid, serious damage if not caught. This article outlines what to look for—enlarging or foul-smelling wounds, larvae in orifices, and unusual behavior—and emphasizes the urgency of inspection and reporting.

🩺 Trace Minerals: Hidden Engine for Herd Health - A recent review of liver samples shows many beef and dairy cattle still carry trace-mineral deficiencies that can quietly impair health, immunity and reproduction. This article explains how to test your herd’s mineral status, interpret results and build a targeted supplement strategy to strengthen overall performance.

💼 2026 Tax & Estate Changes - Key changes take effect in 2026—including a permanent increase of the federal estate tax exemption to $15 million per individual and $30 million per married couple—giving ranch families more room to plan asset transfers. The article also highlights major shifts in business deduction rules and stresses the ongoing need for succession planning, even with tax relief.

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