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Chief negotiator understands doubt, believes China will come through
The agreement contains 57 specific items to address restrictions with 57 specific timelines for China to open its markets and improve access. Gregg Doud says China will purchase $80 billion in U.S....
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Will trade deals jumpstart ag economy?
Trade war no more: How China, Japan and USMCA might move the demand needle for U.S. farm exports. The importance of trade is something that weighs on Illinois farmer Stan Born’s mind most every day....
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British, North American meat organizations collaborate
MOU aims to support mutually beneficial regulations, standards and policies to enhance bilateral trade. The North American Meat Institute has signed a memorandum of understanding with the British Meat...
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OEFFA awards stewardship, service honors
David Bell and Alan Sundermeier earn accolades. The Ohio Ecological Food and Farm Association awarded David Bell of Logan County, Ohio, with its 2020 Stewardship Award, and Alan Sundermeier of Wood...
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South Dakota bison rancher elected to national board
Chad Kremer, Custer, S.D., is the new director at large for the National Bison Association. Chad Kremer, Custer, S.D., was recently elected as the National Bison Association’s new director at large....
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Kansan takes reins at National Institute for Animal Agriculture
J.J. Jones, a native of northwest Kansas, is the interim executive director for NIAA. The National Institute for Animal Agriculture’s board of directors has named native Kansan J.J. Jones with Roots...
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Pork producers asked to take part in animal health study
The USDA survey will ask for feedback on disease management and safety. Missouri hog producers may receive a phone call from the USDA National Agricultural Statistics Service this summer to answer...
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Reached high organic matter, and he fed no hay (an update)
Kirk Law's organic matter is almost three times that of conventional-tilled cropland in the area. More than a decade ago, Kirk Law changed the way he grazed his cattle and now the organic matter in...
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Young Stockmen’s Academy holds first seminar of 2020
The class of 2020 learned about the Kansas Livestock Association and saw lobbyists in action. A group of young producers from across the state met in Topeka on Feb. 18-19 for the first installment of...
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No hay, no problem for Pennsylvania farmer
Intensive grazing and stockpiling forages are the keys to Russ Wilson’s success on his beef operation. Russ Wilson hasn’t cut his grass in three years. And he likes it that way.“I have livestock. They...
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Florida grower bears fire and hurricane, awarded High Cotton honor
The cotton picker catching fire in 2018 was a fluke. It wasn't the worst thing that happened to Larry Ford's 2018 cotton. That honor goes to Hurricane Michael. Larry Ford says you can't move forward...
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USDA makes changes to emergency assistance program
Honeybee producers will now have 15 days to file notice of loss. USDA's Farm Service Agency recently updated the Emergency Assistance for Livestock, Honeybees and Farm-Raised Fish Program.“Honeybee...
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Petition asks Missouri State Fair not to raise exhibitor fees
Officials say a revenue source is needed to offset the rising cost of livestock bedding removal. Missouri State Fair officials are looking at options to offset increased costs associated with...
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High Cotton winner grows high yields in environmentally sensitive area
About 80% of Larry Ford's cotton is under irrigation. He farms in a watershed and spring basin under strict water-use restrictions in Florida. For his leadership in agriculture with a mind to caring...
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U.S. uses less water for livestock compared to 60 years ago
According to a study, annual water investments in U.S. livestock dropped 36% from 1960 to 2016. Compared to six decades ago, U.S. livestock production's water footprint is a drop in the bucket,...
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Researchers score win in anaplasmosis fight
K-State and Iowa State researchers have developed an implant for anaplasmosis vaccine delivery. Researchers at the Kansas State University College of Veterinary Medicine, in collaboration with Iowa...
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Paradise Prairie Farms thrives on diversification
Slideshow: Levi and Crystal Neuharth make their operation shine with soil health practices and biodiversity. Levi and Crystal Neuharth aren’t putting all their eggs in the one basket — and in their...
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Coronavirus: Human strain vs. domestic livestock strain
While wildlife may be the source of China outbreak, livestock coronaviruses are common worldwideMany people are hearing about coronavirus for the first time as the China strain, COVID-19, affecting...
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Coronavirus spreading uncertainty among Texas cotton producers
Texas Crop and Weather Report – March 3, 2020 Uncertainty surrounding the spread of coronavirus has Texas cotton producers in limbo regarding their crop options for 2020, according to a Texas A&M...
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University of Nebraska appoints feedlot specialist
Pablo Loza will begin his new role at the Panhandle Research and Extension Center in Scottsbluff on May 1. Pablo Loza has been appointed as feedlot nutrition and management specialist, based at the...
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