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Virtual annual forage field day set for June 3
The event will highlight a research project evaluating different cool-season annual forage species in forage nutritional value and yield potential. Annual forages can provide flexibility when managing...
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Fencing and Grazing Clinic offers technology, tools
The clinic is set for June 17 at ISU Beef Teaching Farm. Organizers say it’s a “must-attend” for anyone who works with cattle, grazing and fencing. A Fencing and Grazing Clinic, organized and hosted...
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Farm Progress America, May 5, 2021
Max Armstrong looks at a new study showing how solar power and livestock production can work together Max Armstrong shares a report from Oregon State University showing that sheep grazing plays well...
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Poultry prices skyrocket, supplies low
Texas Crop and Weather Report Poultry prices, especially prices for chicken breasts, have skyrocketed due to surging demand, tighter supplies and a transitioning supply chain, according to Texas...
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U.S. beef, pork exports break records in March
Strong performance in many regions show logistical and labor challenges are improving. U.S. red meat exports ended the first quarter on a very high note, according to data released by USDA and...
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Midweek Markets: Weather or not
Drought is playing a definite role in high prices right now, but other factors are also at play. As spring progresses, grain prices continue to move higher. Are we in a true weather rally right now,...
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Everyone loves a cowboy, but no one wants the cows
You can’t have cowboys without cattle — and beef consumption. Go any place on this planet wearing a cowboy hat, and you are instantly identifiable as an American.Whether they’re riding in a rodeo...
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Trail ride to benefit Ranchland Trust of Kansas
The first Cowboys for Conservation Trail Ride, set for June 19, will raise funds for RTK. Registration is open for the first Cowboys for Conservation Trail Ride, a fundraiser for Ranchland Trust of...
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Ralco marks 50 years providing natural nutritional supplements
Ralco, a third-generation, family-owned multinational company based in Marshall, Minn., produces supplements for animals and plants. Ralco celebrated its 50th year in business April 21 with employees...
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Methane emissions from U.S. dairies in decline
Methane as a greenhouse gas has long been the Achilles’ heel for activists to attack animal agriculture, but this appears to be shifting. U.S. dairy and livestock trends point to a decline in methane...
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University seeks help documenting black vulture problem
Livestock producers report black vultures are attacking and killing animals in Indiana. For the past couple of years, primarily in southern Indiana, farmers with livestock have complained that a...
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Hilmar Cheese is gettin’ the heck into Dodge
Hilmar Cheese Co. to open state-of-the-art production facility in Dodge City, Kan. One might say it’s a cheesy line, but a new cheese and whey plant is getting the heck into Dodge City, Kan., this...
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Farm Progress America, May 11, 2021
Max Armstrong shares insight into facial recognition use on ranches. Max Armstrong says there's long been a problem with RFID tags. Bryan Elliot, ranch manager in Montana, was convinced there's a more...
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Estimating first-crop alfalfa harvest using PEAQ
The Predictive Equations for Alfalfa Quality method can help accurately determine the optimal time for the first cutting. The growth and development of alfalfa is affected by many factors, including...
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Robust demand for protein as pandemic ebbs
Tyson expects fiscal full-year revenue of $44 billion to $46 billion. By Michael HirtzerTyson Foods Inc. warned it’s struggling to meet rebounding chicken demand because of a worker shortage and slow...
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Cross-fence pastures with electric fence you already own
The practice can result in better use of forage resources. Hopefully, you can still locate the electric fence materials you used this past winter for grazing cornstalks. These same materials you...
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Fight animal ag misinformation with facts, expert says
Use scientific evidence to develop a competing narrative, and don’t worry about backlash, he says. Animal agriculture can counter misinformation from activists by creating their own narratives using...
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Corn prices cause ripple through economy
Texas Crop and Weather Report – May 11, 2021 High corn prices are causing a ripple effect throughout the U.S. economy, and the 2021 growing season could be the difference between price stabilization...
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Conditions set stage for poor water quality
Lack of precipitation heightens the need to test quality of water in ponds, dugouts and dams before livestock graze land. If drought conditions linger, water’s value as a resource will be even further...
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Livestock Mandatory Reporting reauthorization faces uphill battle
Senate unlikely to host hearing on cattle markets with crowded legislative agenda. Last year’s omnibus package included a one-year extension for the Livestock Mandatory Reporting reauthorization....
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