The USDA beef grading system should make shopping for meat easier, but there are a few things to know if you're wondering whether to pick Prime or Choice.

If you aren't an expert, meat labels can be intimidating. You might find yourself wading through declarations of "grass-fed" or "organic" or "antibiotic free" — wondering how all these designations ...

• USDA Prime beef boasts superior marbling, tenderness, juiciness and flavor. It's also more expensive than USDA Choice. • USDA Choice beef offers a balance of tenderness and affordability and is ...

USDA beef grades like Prime, Choice and Select help shoppers understand the quality of meat. Beef grading is optional and paid for by producers, unlike mandatory safety inspections. Knowing what the ...

Ag economists are watching to see if beef prices follow their seasonal trends after the holidays. University of Tennessee ag ...