Weekly Roundup October 16, 2026

In this week’s Headquarters Range Weekly Roundup, we share updates on FCA’s ongoing flood relief efforts, including the opening of the Okeechobee supply depot, and discuss the importance of winter forage planning. We recap the latest cattle market activity, a new beef processing partnership, and Florida’s efforts to preserve working agricultural lands. Plus, we recognize Dr. Hal Phillips as Florida Farm Bureau’s 2027 Farmer of the Year, cover Farm Bill developments and upcoming FSA county committee elections, and highlight upcoming industry events.In this week’s Dear Abby, we address the record-breaking sellout of the 2027 FCA Convention hotel room block and what members should do if they still need a room in Marco Island.Tune in for these updates and more from the Florida Cattlemen’s Association!

Jessica Willis fills in for Dusty Holley on this week's episode of The Headquarters’ Range. We cover ongoing flood relief efforts in South Florida, Tuesday's election results and their impact on agriculture, the latest cattle market trends, and updates on animal-health funding and the Farm Bill. Plus, hear about upcoming Florida COW PAC bull donor sales and FCA events.

In this week's Headquarters Range Weekly Roundup, FCA Executive Vice President Dusty Holley covers the latest cattle market trends, including heavier carcass weights, wholesale beef prices and Florida auction reports.With Election Day approaching, Dusty discusses Florida's Amendment 2, the potential implications of election results for agricultural policy and recent USDA program updates. He also highlights upcoming Florida COW PAC donor bull sales, the opening of the 2027 FCA Convention hotel room block and plans for FCA's Year-End Quarterly in Okeechobee.

In our first full-length episode of The Headquarters' Range, FCA Executive Vice President Dusty Holley sits down with Kate Shuffitt Ramsey, FCA's new Director of Membership and Strategic Partnerships.From her Florida roots to her experience with Florida Cattle Ranchers and the National Cattlemen's Beef Association, Kate shares the path that brought her back home and what she's looking forward to in her new role.Dusty and Kate discuss the importance of strong county associations, opportunities to grow FCA's partnerships, and how the FCA team works together to serve its members. Plus, get to know Kate beyond the office with a round of quick-fire questions from the headquarters!

This week on The Headquarters' Range, Dusty Holley covers the latest cattle market trends, including tight national supplies, shifting futures and recent Florida auction reports. He also celebrates Woody Larson’s recognition as the 2026 Southeastern Farmer of the Year and highlights new conservation efforts through Florida’s Rural and Family Lands Protection Program.Plus, updates on federal farm bill negotiations, Amendment 2, hurricane recovery efforts and upcoming FCA events, cattle sales and youth activities across the state.

This week, Abby Royal covers strengthening cattle futures, tightening supplies and the latest from Florida livestock auctions. Plus, hear how FCA and the Florida Cattlemen’s Foundation are supporting hurricane recovery efforts in the Panhandle, along with updates on Amendment Two, agricultural transportation relief and the upcoming fall bull sale season.

This week on The Headquarters' Range, Abby Royal covers Hurricane Isaias preparations, transportation and dyed-diesel relief for Florida agriculture, and updates from FCA's county affiliates.We'll also discuss the latest cattle market trends, Farm Bill developments and USDA programs. Plus, find out when reservations open for the 2027 FCA convention and hear about upcoming events across Florida cattle country.Stay informed, stay involved and we'll see you out on the range!

This week on the Headquarters Range Weekly Roundup, we look at cattle markets following recent packing-plant disruptions, new developments in Florida’s pasture-mealybug response and updated New World screwworm requirements. Plus, we cover the latest from Tallahassee, cattle-country weather and important FCA dates coming up.

This week on the Headquarters Range Weekly Roundup, Dusty Holley breaks down a volatile week in the cattle markets, including a sharp drop in daily cattle slaughter and the factors creating uncertainty across the beef supply chain. He also covers Florida’s temporary agricultural transportation waiver, the latest on the pasture mealybug response and UF/IFAS Challenge 250, plus important FCA and NCBA membership reminders as the fiscal year comes to a close.

 This week on The Headquarters' Range, we look at recent price trends for calves and feeder cattle, along with the latest policy developments affecting Florida cattle producers. The episode also highlights key industry updates cattlemen should have on their radar in the weeks ahead.