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The production forecast increase is raised due to increased broiler and turkey production, while beef production is lower.

Three documents published today in the Federal Register.

U.S. pork exports remained well ahead of last year’s record pace through February, while beef exports trended slightly lower.

New rules proposed by the Food and Drug Administration to limit the use of antibiotics in livestock could bring additional strain to producers.

NCBA president says a proposed federal mandate on livestock production would compromise animal welfare.

Total U.S. meat production in 2013 is projected to be above 2012 as higher pork and poultry production more than offsets continued declines in beef production.

The forecast for total meat production in 2012 is raised from last month as higher pork and poultry production more than offsets lower beef production.

Demand strength is expected to carry into 2012 in the face of tight cattle supplies.

October was another excellent month for U.S. pork and beef exports.

That’s good news for protein producers, since foodservice sales represent a large portion of beef, pork and poultry purchases.