Red meat study gets publicity, but results questioned
The research report is making headlines around the world: Eating red meat can lead to an early death. The study published in the Archives of Internal Medicine claims that people who eat large amounts of red meat and processed meats face a greater risk of death from heart disease and cancer. The study tries to predict the future risk of death by relying on notoriously unreliable self reporting about what was eaten in the preceding five years. more

Cattle ranchers' numbers dwindling in East Texas
Around Longview, cows and calves are dotting fewer landscapes, and local ranchers blame rising costs, fluctuating markets and changing lifestyles for pushing people from cattle production, a rural business with long ties to East Texas. "The older generation is passing on, and the younger ones don't pick it up…" more

Equine protection bill may cause suffering among horses
A bill to further restrict options for unwanted horses could result in further suffering for the animals. The so-called Prevention of Equine Cruelty Act prohibits transportation, possession, sale or donation of horses destined for slaughter for human consumption. The proposed legislation takes away humane euthanasia at processing plants under veterinary supervision and replaces it with nothing. more

TDA Market Recap, 3-23-09
For the week ending March 21, feeder cattle prices at Texas auctions were mostly steady to as much as $7 higher per hundredweight. Higher fed cattle prices and seasonally lower supplies contributed to the increase. more

Take the TSCRA convention survey!
The 2009 TSCRA Convention, Trade Show and School for Successful Ranching ended on a high note Sunday, March 22. Help us improve next year's convention events. A few minutes and fast clicks will help us tailor the annual convention to better suit your needs. We look forward to your feedback and suggestions! more

TSCRA Government Connection Web site
TSCRA has a Government Connection Web page that allows you to play an active role in government as well as keep you informed on happenings in Austin and Washington. There, TSCRA members can communicate with elected officials, track the progress of legislation and regulations and check voting records. Please register on theTSCRA Government Connection website to receive alert emails from the TSCRA Government and Public Affairs team keeping you updated on the latest legislative and regulatory actions.

Country-of-Origin Labeling forms available
Cattle raisers have made forms available for download to help fulfill your part of the country-of-origin labeling (COOL) law. Visit TSCRA's COOL information Web site to download the forms and for more information. go