Dec. 30, 2008 - "Challenges Remain for Cattle Industry in 2009: Eller"  (1/2/2009)

Dec. 24, 2008 - “NCBA Sees Successes for Cattle Industry in 2008: Eller”  (12/24/2008)

Dec. 23, 2008 - “NCBA’s Cattlemen to Cattlemen to Celebrate 100th Episode”  (12/24/2008)

Dec. 29, 2008 - Administration and Congressional changes in 2009 may have impact on the Endangered Species Act. Terry Stokes, NCBA CEO, weighs in on what’s in store as the guard is changed in Washington, D.C.

Dec. 22, 2008 - Terry Stokes addresses the “cow tax” and what it means – and doesn’t mean – to today’s cattle producer.

Dec. 4, 2008 - NCBA CEO Terry Stokes Reviews NCBA policy on genetic engineering of animals and how the U.S. government needs to approach the issue.

Nov. 26, 2008 - Millions of Americans are giving thanks this week, and cattle producers are no exception. Terry Stokes relates some of the things producers can be thankful for.

Nov. 19, 2008 – Terry Stokes discusses international trade and what is ahead for the Obama Administration in 2009

Nov. 11, 2008 - Terry Stokes highlights some of the programs on tap for the 2009 Cattle Industry Convention and NCBA Trade Show in Phoenix at the end of January

Nov. 5, 2008 - CBA CEO Terry Stokes further describes the organization’s position when it comes to renewable energy, especially ethanol

Nov. 1, 2008 - “Despite Country’s Difficulties, NCBA Continues Growth: Groseta”  (10/31/2008)

Oct. 31, 2008 - “NCBA Membership Continues Dramatic Climb: Groseta”  (10/31/2008)

Oct. 29, 2008 - NCBA Terry Stokes discusses the importance of participation by beef producers in the Nov. 4 local, state and national elections.

Oct. 22, 2008 - NCBA CEO Terry Stokes addresses recent trade news of critical importance to U.S. cattlemen

Oct. 16, 2008 - Terry Stokes describes new efforts by NCBA to assist the cattle industry’s next generation through the NCBA Young Producers Council

Oct. 8, 2008 - Terry Stokes addresses the conservation efforts of U.S. cattlemen and the need for continuing cooperation on the issue.

Oct. 1 - 2008 - Terry Stokes summarizes recent Denver meetings that affect the future of cattlemen

Sep. 25, 2008 - Horse Slaughter Bill Adds to Burdens on Cattlemen: Woodall  (9/25/2008)

Sep. 24, 2008 - Terry Stokes expands on the upcoming implementation of COOL and the need for producers to support the program as it goes forward

Sep. 22, 2008 - Communication Techniques Key for Young Producers: Fredenburg  (9/22/2008)

Sep. 19, 2008 - New NCBA Council to Strengthen Voice of Young Producers: Fredenburg  (9/22/2008)

Sep. 17, 2008 - Terry Stokes talks about reasons for the increasing membership in the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association

Sep. 11, 2008 - COOL Affidavit Eases Burden on Producers: Eller (Part I)  (9/11/2008)

Sep. 11, 2008 - COOL Affidavit Eases Burden on Producers: Eller (Part II)  (9/11/2008)

Sep. 10, 2008 - Terry Stokes Explains the New Affidavit that Helps Producers Meet Country of Origin Labeling Requirements

Sept. 8, 2008 - NCBA Membership Continues to Grow: Kalous  (9/8/2008)

Aug. 29, 2008 - Challenges Ahead in Washington, D.C. for America’s Cattlemen: Eller  (9/2/2008)

Aug. 29, 2008 - Program Helps Find Common Ground between Cattlemen, Regulators: Davies  (9/2/2008)

Aug. 27, 2008 - Terry Stokes comments on the state of animal care in the industry and efforts by some to paint cattle producers as poor animal handlers.

Aug. 20, 2008 - Terry Stokes addresses some of the challenges facing cattlemen from a national business perspective and suggests a new approach to thinking about the industry.

Aug. 13, 2008 - Terry Stokes discusses some of the details on the Country of Origin Labeling rules. The law will take effect Sept. 30 of this year.

July 29, 2008 - BEEF NEWS/NATIONAL CATTLEMEN'S BEEF ASSOCIATION AUDIO INTERVIEW  (7/29/2008)

July 25, 2008 - NCBA Audio Clip: NCBA Selects Task Force to Study Governance  (7/25/2008)

July 23, 2008 - Youth is Key to Future Success of Cattle Industry: GROSETA  (7/23/2008)

July 23, 2008 - Beef Industry Adopts Nutrient Rich Approach: YOUNG  (7/23/2008)

July 21, 2008 - Interview with Andy Groseta (grow SET uh), President, National Cattlemen's Beef Association  (7/21/2008)

July 21, 2008 - Stokes Details Numbers Crunch  (7/21/2008)

July 21, 2008 - Global Market is Key  (7/21/2008)

July 2, 2008 – CEO Terry Stokes discusses the disaster relief effort for farm and ranch families impacted by severe flooding in the Midwest. This effort is being coordinated by the National Cattlemen’s Foundation, in cooperation with NCBA and state cattlemen’s associations.

June 26, 2008 - Cattlemen excited to have Korea open for beef exports: WOODALL  (6/26/2008)

June 25, 2008 - CEO Terry Stokes discusses the climate change legislation that was recently tabled by Congress, as well as improvements that NCBA is working on in anticipation of this legislation resurfacing next year.

June 20, 2008 - Cattlemen support waiver of Renewable Fuels Standard mandate: Jordan  (6/20/2008)

June 18, 2008: CEO Terry Stokes discusses the impact the recent flooding in the Midwest will have on the spring planting season and the already-volatile grain markets.

June 17, 2008: Cattle Industry Summer Conference Fast Approaching: VOOGT  (6/17/2008)

June 11, 2008: CEO Terry Stokes reports that despite continued delays in reopening South Korea, U.S. beef exports are making impressive gains in other global markets

June 6, 2008: NCBA working to improve climate change legislation  (6/9/2008)

June 4, 2008: CEO Terry Stokes discusses the new EPA rule regarding rodenticide use on farms and ranches.

May 28, 2008: NCBA Communications Director Joe Schuele discusses the recent announcement by USDA of its intention to return to a total ban on downer cattle entering the commercial food supply

May 22, 2008: NCBA President-elect Testifies on Capitol Hill in Favor of New National Bio and Agro-Defense Facility: VOOGT  (5/27/2008)

May 21, 2008 - Colin Woodall, NCBA executive director of legislative affairs, discusses details of the Farm Bill passed by Congress last week. Colin also offers his thoughts about a likely presidential veto of the Farm Bill, and the prospects for a Congressional override.

May 20, 2008: New Farm Bill not perfect, but has many positives for cattle producers: WOODALL  (5/20/2008)

May 14, 2008: CEO Terry Stokes discusses recent Capitol Hill activity regarding re-evaluation of renewable fuels mandates.

May 7, 2008: Chief Executive Officer Terry Stokes discusses the latest developments on the Farm Bill – focusing specifically on the details of the livestock title recently approved by the Conference Committee.

May 6, 2008: Some on Capitol Hill rethinking renewable fuels mandates: JORDAN  (5/6/2008)

April 30, 2008: CEO Terry Stokes discusses NCBA’s position on the Justice Department’s review of the proposed acquisition of Smithfield Beef and National Beef by JBS-Swift.

April 23, 2008: CEO Terry Stokes discusses resumption of beef trade with Korea, and the potential this market holds for U.S. cattlemen

April 18, 2008: Cattlemen excited to resume beef trade with South Korea: STOKES  (4/18/2008)

April 18, 2008: NCBA president applauds breakthrough with Korea on beef trade  (4/18/2008)

April 18, 2008: NCBA Lobbyist sees more tough work ahead on Farm Bill negotiations: WOODALL

April 16, 2008: CEO Terry Stokes discusses the latest Farm Bill negotiations in Congress. This includes the likelihood of another short-term extension of the current law, while Congress continues its efforts to finalize a new Farm Bill.

April 9, 2008: CEO Terry Stokes discusses NCBA’s support for the U.S.-Colombia Trade Promotion Act.

April 9, 2008: Montana rancher testifies in opposition to Clean Water Act expansion  (4/9/2008)

April 2, 2008: CEO Terry Stokes reports from Washington, D.C., at the NCBA Spring Legislative Conference

April 3, 2008: NCBA members converge on Capitol Hill  (4/3/2008)

April 2, 2008: Cattlemen seeking greater flexibility on CRP acres  (4/2/2008)

April 1, 2008: NCBA Spring Legislative Conference opens with industry forecast session  (4/1/2008)

March 31, 2008: Cattlemen gathering in D.C. for NCBA Spring Legislative Conference  (3/31/2008)

March 28, 2008: NCBA President applauds resumption of live cattle exports to Mexico: GROSETA  (3/28/2008)

March 26, 2008: CEO Terry Stokes discusses NCBA’s opposition to a USDA proposal to open the United States to fresh beef imports from the Patagonia South region of Argentina.

March 19, 2008: New Farm Bill not likely by April, but should happen this year: WOODALL  (3/19/2008)

March 19, 2008: NCBA Chief Economist Gregg Doud is interviewed about the recent trade dispute which resulted from Mexico allowing a wider range of breeding cattle from Canada than from the United States.

March 18, 2008: Live cattle trade with Mexico moves closer to resolution  (3/18/2008)

March 12, 2008: CEO Terry Stokes provides an update on beef export activity and NCBA's efforts to expand global market access for U.S. beef.

March 5, 2008: CEO Terry Stokes previews the NCBA Spring Legislative Conference, set for March 31 to April 4 in Washington, D.C.

Feb. 29, 2008: NCBA President Returns from Korea: GROSETA  (2/29/2008)

Feb. 27, 2008: CEO Terry Stokes discusses the economic stimulus package recently passed by Congress – focusing on the tax provisions that could help farmers, ranchers and other small businesses.

Feb. 20, 2008: CEO Terry Stokes discusses USDA’s recall of beef from the Hallmark/Westland Meat Company of Chino, California

Feb. 13, 2008: CEO Terry Stokes recaps policy actions taken at the Cattle Industry Annual Convention.

Feb. 11, 2008: Cattlemen should be empowered to determine checkoff enhancements: DONALD  (2/12/2008)

Feb. 11, 2008: Arizona rancher Andy Groseta addresses cattlemen as new NCBA president  (2/12/2008)

Feb. 8, 2008: Cattlemen pay tribute to industry champion Paul Hitch  (2/8/2008)

Feb. 8, 2008: Agriculture Secretary addresses Cattle Industry Annual Convention  (2/8/2008)

Feb. 6, 2008 - CEO Terry Stokes reports from the Cattle Industry Convention and Trade Show in Reno.

Jan. 30, 2008: CEO Terry Stokes discusses the need for Endangered Species Act reform, and some recent ESA-related events that could prove troubling for the nation’s farmers and ranchers.

Jan. 29, 2008: NCBA President reflects on his term, looks ahead to next week’s convention: Queen  (1/29/2008)

Jan. 23, 2008: NCBA CEO Terry Stokes discusses the recent surge in grain prices, and its potential impact on the cattle industry.

“Jan. 16, 2008: CEO Terry Stokes discusses the Farm Bill and what NCBA hopes to see from the upcoming conference committee activity.”

Jan. 9, 2008: CEO Terry Stokes discusses the rulemaking recently opened by the Environmental Protection Agency, which proposes to exempt animal agriculture air releases from CERCLA’s ammonia and hydrogen sulfide reporting requirements.

Jan 8, 2008: Final week to register for Cattlemen's College® and Cattle-Fax Outlook Seminar: STOKES  (1/7/2008)

Jan. 2, 2008: CEO Terry Stokes outlines the lineup of educational workshops at the upcoming Cattlemen’s College, to be held Feb. 6 in Reno. Early registration for Cattlemen’s College ends Friday, Jan. 11.