Beef News

Congresswoman Hageman Fights Back: Exposing the Devastating Impact of Mandatory RFID Tags on Independent Ranchers

Oct 20, 2024

At the Livestock Producers Freedom Rally, Congresswoman Harriet Hageman sounded the alarm on the Biden-Harris administration’s push for mandatory RFID tags, which threaten small and independent ranchers. With over five years of fighting this battle, Hageman highlighted how this federal overreach disproportionately benefits large corporations, risking the future of local producers and the entire food supply chain. Her powerful message calls for unity in resisting government mandates and protecting the independence of America’s ranchers.

New FEMA Floodplain Rules Restrict Rebuilding in Hurricane-Prone Areas

Oct 18, 2024

Effective September 9, 2024, FEMA’s new floodplain rules dramatically limit rebuilding in areas impacted by recent hurricanes like Helene and Milton. The 1% floodplain rule will deem many residential, commercial, and agricultural structures unbuildable, severely impacting property owners. Agricultural communities are urged to consult FEMA’s flood maps and local authorities to protect their land and livelihoods under these new regulations.

Decentralize Your Health Care with Crowdhealth and The Beef Initiative

Oct 17, 2024

Join Texas Slim and Andy Schoonover from CrowdHealth as they explore a revolutionary approach to healthcare and sustainable food. In this episode, discover how CrowdHealth offers a community-driven alternative to traditional insurance, while the Beef Initiative connects consumers directly with local ranchers, promoting regenerative practices and nutrient-dense beef. Learn how these two movements are empowering individuals to take control of their health and food choices through decentralized solutions. Ready to break free from broken systems? Tune in to transform your lifestyle today!

How Dare You Cross That Rubicon!

Oct 13, 2024

Texas Slim shares his no-holds-barred journey from the belly of the industrial cattle beast to leading a new vision for America’s ranchers and health. Learn how the Beef Initiative is battling corporate control, protecting independent ranchers, and healing the next generation. Are you ready to join the fight and refuse to cross the rubicon?

Beef Maps Docuseries: Restoring Integrity to American Beef

Oct 10, 2024

Explore the journey of ranchers across United States as they restore integrity to American beef. In collaboration with CrowdHealth Carnivore, The Beef Initiative presents a series that highlights the grit and commitment of ranchers working to regenerate their land and communities. Discover how the Beef Maps Docuseries aims to reverse the effects of consolidation by championing decentralization and transparency in the beef industry. Join us on this journey to reclaim America’s food and agricultural heritage.

Dreaming of Land and Law: The Road from Texas to Arkansas

Oct 8, 2024

Join us on a journey from the open roads of Texas to the rugged landscapes of Western Arkansas, where the historical and modern-day cattlemen collide. Along the way, we pass through Crockett, TX, a town steeped in heritage, and venture deep into the Ozarks, uncovering the story of first-generation rancher Todd Weyl. With the backdrop of Arkansas’ natural beauty, we explore the heart of agricultural heritage, frontier justice, and the grit needed to sustain a future tied to the land.

Ranchers Stand Against RFID Mandates; Relief Efforts Surge in Southern States following Helene

Oct 5, 2024

Join the fight as ranchers, led by the U.S. Cattlemen’s Association and R-CALF USA, oppose the USDA’s RFID mandate at the Livestock Producers Freedom Rally in South Dakota. Meanwhile, relief efforts coordinated by The I Am Texas Slim Foundation and FAFO Farms are underway in North Carolina, Tennessee, and Georgia, supporting communities with bitcoin donations. Discover how ranchers are stepping up for each other and read Breeauna Sagdal’s in-depth analysis on RFID surveillance in the cattle industry.

Bitcoin, Beef, and Decentralized Agriculture: Insights from the 2024 Nashville Bitcoin Conference

Oct 4, 2024

Discover how decentralized agriculture, powered by Bitcoin, is revolutionizing food sovereignty in the U.S. At the 2024 Bitcoin Conference, Texas Slim, Breeauna Sagdal, Elizabeth Murphy, and Cole Bolton unveil the future of decentralized agriculture. With America losing 27,000 farms annually, they explore how Bitcoin can empower ranchers, restore the value of land and cattle, and combat growing threats to our food supply. Learn how innovation and local partnerships are reshaping the way we feed the nation.

The Harvest of Deception: Rebuilding America’s Health and Agriculture from the Ground Up

Oct 2, 2024

Texas Slim exposes the deep-rooted issues in America’s food system, from failing soils to the metabolic health crisis in our children. His journey of healing leads to solutions for restoring ranching, empowering independent producers, and saving the next generation. Learn how to take action and be part of the movement to transform America’s food future.