No, we aren’t all going to eat fake meat
Billionaire Bill Gates wants rich nations to switch to fake meat, but that makes no sense. You can be book-smart. But that doesn’t mean you’ve got a lick of sense.This adage came to mind last week...
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Black vultures become threat to livestock
Birds can become aggressive and kill calves, lambs, piglets and other weak animals. Ohio farmer Fred Scott has witnessed black vultures watching over his cows as they go into labor. Despite his...
View ArticleData show pork producers care about environment
Hog Outlook: An on-farm report details pork producer sustainability metrics and ways to improve. Pig farmers care. They care about the pigs in their barns. They care about the world around them, and...
View ArticleCattle producers should be on the lookout for new tick species
The Asian longhorned tick has not been found in Iowa yet, but it is present in many other states. It can be a carrier of Anaplasma and other diseases. All types of ticks are blood-feeding...
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Rotational grazing revives Minnesota prairie
In an experiment in Murray County, foraging sheep provided required maintenance on Conservation Reserve Program land, spurring regrowth via hoof action and nibbling. Foraging sheep, prairie plants and...
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Dairying: It’s a family tradition
A Stromsburg, Neb., dairy has been around since the 1950s, built by hard work and solid management. Nuttleman Dairy near Stromsburg, Neb., is a survivor, having been around for three generations and...
View ArticleNew or small- to medium-sized farm owners asked for market input
Survey will provide data on Minnesota's small to midsized farms, emerging farmers and tribal producers to help tailor future programs and state support. If you’re a new farmer, the owner of a small-...
View ArticleMark, Sandy Byrd recognized for Alabama’s 2022 Farm of Distinction
Faith and family are the foundation on which Mark and Sandy Byrd built the business recognized April 7 as Alabama’s 2022 Farm of Distinction. Faith and family are the foundation on which Mark and...
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Hessian fly infestations hit Texas wheat
Texas Crop and Weather Report – April 12, 2022 Hessian fly infestations appear to be a widespread issue for wheat producers in parts of Central Texas and the Blacklands region this year, according to...
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Cattle and grass form sustainable partnership
Continual improvement of the soil health of grazing land leads to improved sustainability. “Take half, leave half” — it’s advice that’s been handed down through generations of cattlemen managing their...
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Small tractors make big impact
Slideshow: New compact tractors are being introduced, as well as attachments for tractors and skid steers. Compact tractors are a mainstay on most operations, no matter the size. The once venerable...
View ArticleLivestock judges don’t know everything
Life is Simple: Judging meat goats was a new experience. It’s that time of year again, when livestock shows start gearing up all over the Midwest. It will begin with jackpot shows right now and...
View ArticleUSDA asked to handle animal gene editing regulations
Agriculture groups again ask for USDA oversight in handling animal biotechnology regulatory approvals. Livestock and crop groups sent a letter to USDA renewing calls for the department to advance its...
View ArticleWildfires devastate Nebraska producers
Dry weather creates a nightmare for farmers, ranchers, first responders and rural communities. Nebraska and Kansas, along with southern parts of South Dakota, have experienced an active wildfire...
View ArticleHPAI keeps spreading as university offers tips
Idaho is the latest Western state to confirm the presence of the infectious disease in domestic flocks. Idaho became the latest Western state to confirm the presence of highly pathogenic avian...
View ArticleOSU Cattlewomen’s Boot Camp slated for June
Women play a vital role in production agriculture in Oklahoma, and the upcoming OSU Cattlewomen’s Boot Camp is designed to help them continue down a successful road.JJ Jones, Oklahoma State University...
View ArticleMake hay in May
Producers must pay attention to soil fertility, drying time and storage to maximize both quality and quantity. With May quickly approaching, hay season will soon be officially underway.In the years...
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Manage your cattle during drought
With widespread drought in the Midwest, producers can adjust management strategies. After experiencing widespread drought in the great plains in 2021, livestock producers are being advised by experts...
View ArticleConsumers respond to meat price differences
Livestock Outlook: The price of beef may be high or low, but its level relative to pork and poultry is a key determinant of consumer purchasing behavior. Rib-eye steaks are the most popular steak sold...
View ArticleConsumers’ role in understanding of animal antibiotics is key
The stewardship of animal antibiotics continues to be a topic for discussion in animal welfare. What kind of veterinarian is Rick Sibbel?“I say I am a passionate ambassador for your food supply,” he...
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