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Sustainability Impact Report examines impact of animal agriculture
Report finds dairy farmers decreased their carbon footprint by 63% from 1944 to 2007. A 33-page report released by the Animal Agriculture Alliance highlights animal agriculture’s commitment to...
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Hard conversations lead to better farm efficiency
Analyzing your numbers is an amazing way to learn where your business is bleeding.I know that not every farmer is a numbers person. It’s a lot easier to feed the cows, work in the fields, and carry on...
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What if a producer can't get distillers grain?
Corn should not be substituted for distillers grain as a supplement, but there may be other options. By Karla JenkinsIn recent months, the shortened supply of distillers grain has reduced the amount...
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Animal ag sustains blow with Supreme Court’s pass
Justices declined to hear challenges to two of California’s most stringent animal rights laws, as well a challenge to a similar law in Massachusetts. As much as I despise giving credit to...
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Supreme Court takes a pass on animal ag laws
Justices declined to hear challenges to two of California’s most stringent animal rights laws, as well a challenge to a similar law in Massachusetts. As much as I despise giving credit to...
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Giving pastures a head start
Frost seeding offers a way to get a jump on raising spring forage. There’s a new resource that Jerry Hall, director of research at Grassland Oregon, has started up. Called Cover Crop Corner, the idea...
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Tru Shrimp moves first production facility to South Dakota
The company’s original plans called for a southwestern Minnesota location. After planning to build its first commercial shrimp production facility in southwestern Minnesota, the trū Shrimp Co. has...
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NMSU to host beef cattle artificial insemination course
Two-day course to be held in Quay County. New Mexico State University’s Cooperative Extension Service will host a two-day course on artificial insemination for beef cattle next month in Quay County....
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Midwest Poultry Federation Convention set for March 12-14
The nation’s largest regional poultry show will be held at the Minneapolis Convention Center. The nation’s largest regional poultry convention, the Midwest Poultry Federation Convention, will be held...
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“Ag Gag” Litigation Update
What's the law when it comes to videoing or photographing an animal facility without consent? Dr. Tiffany Dowell Lashmet gives an "ag gag" law update. From a recent finding of unconstitutionality in...
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Key decisions for warm-season and alternative forages
While annual forages can be cost-effective, keep the planting date in mind and have realistic expectations. By Daren Redfearnand Mary DrewnoskiForage production systems include spring and fall grazing...
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UC: Grazing helps California tackle wildfire
"We need to make livestock into firefighters," specialist says. California is searching for solutions to the wildfire crisis. Livestock ranchers believe they can help.At the 14th Annual Rangeland...
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Hard work of raising organic broilers pays off for Delaware farmers
John and Linda Brown won the 2018 Delaware Environmental Stewardship Award. While raising organic broilers can be more lucrative than raising conventional birds, it’s also a lot more work. At least...
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Looking at cow size’s effect on production
A Michigan researcher and his team have been studying potential differences in cow size and efficiency on grass. When Jason Rowntree, Michigan State University animal science professor, took the helm...
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Silage collapse can prove deadly
Purdue farm safety specialist offers tips to avoid incidents around stored commodities. By Stan MadduxA Purdue University farm safety expert says nobody should be on foot at the face of an outdoor...
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Southeast Ohio lambing, kidding workshop set for March 25
Tour a pasture-based sheep operation in conjunction with a series of talks. Arguably, one of the most stressful time periods during the small-ruminant production cycle is the preparation and care of...
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New app available for electronic livestock health certificates
NDA's Animal Disease Traceability program allows veterinarians to issue certificates electronically. The Nebraska Department of Agriculture recently initiated an easier, more convenient way for...
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Management checklist for new bulls
An SDSU specialist suggests this checklist for managing new bulls from delivery to breeding. Manage new bulls carefully between the time you take delivery of them and the start of breeding season. How...
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Excellence recognized by Ohio Cattlemen’s Association
Slideshow: Videos of each recipient’s operation are available online. During the Ohio Cattlemen’s Association 2019 annual meeting and awards banquet, Ohio producers representing various aspects of...
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Ohio Cattlemen’s Association honors young cattlemen
The Thornburgs have expanded their herd from 11 cows to 40. For Brad and Mindy Thornburg, breeding good beef cattle is more than a family occupation; it’s what brought them together. The couple, who...
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