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It feels like spring, but I know better
Even if it is 77, spring is weeks away I know, it’s not even mid-February. I know that, in spite of what groundhogs may or may not have seen last week, winter is not about to release its steely grip...
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Shining a light on Colorado ag
Slideshow: The 21st annual “Colorado … it’s Agricultural” photo contest winners are on display here. To the tourist, Colorado is a beautiful place to visit. But what about the farmers who live there...
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Dirt to Soil
Gabe Brown’s new book recounts how he regenerated a degraded farm’s soil into a healthy, profitable farm North Dakota farmer and rancher Gabe Brown thinks every day about a statement Canadian rancher...
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Boman, Bevers recognized for bi-state conference work
Bomen and Bevers honored at 6th annual Red River Conference. Dr. Randy Boman and Stan Bevers were honored for their development and execution of the Red River Crops Conference at the 6th annual...
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Replacement heifer forecasts for 2019
As costs of production per calf increases, the amount producers can pay for replacement heifers decreases. By Matt Stocktonand Randy SanerWhat is a respectable value to pay for a beef replacement...
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Cattle struggle through wettest year on record
Winter feeding programs on many farms aren’t enough to support cattle this year, especially those in late pregnancy or early lactation. 2018 was Kentucky’s wettest year on record, and the new year...
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The 'Shed' is filled with family history, quirks and the perfect part
Maybe at one time Daddy had The Shed organized in a way that made perfect sense, at least to him. I assume that as the years flew by and two baby girls entered the picture maybe that organization took...
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Sheep organization sets course for 2019
New leadership takes the reins for the American Sheep Industry Association. Recently, the American Sheep Industry Association (ASI) held its 2019 convention, and the result was election of new...
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British breeders look for 'moo love' on Tudder app
A Tinder-style app called Tudder lets farmers find breeding matches by viewing pictures of cattle with details of their age, location and owner. by Áine QuinnCows and bulls searching for “moo love”...
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NorthStar Laboratory expansion offers boost to dairy industry
Facility in Grand Ledge, Mich., will double in size In its first phase of growth, NorthStar Cooperative Laboratory in Grand Ledge, Mich., is doubling the space of its facility to accommodate increases...
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Michigan Pork Symposium to focus on ever-changing industry
Keynote speech tackles whether U.S. could survive African swine fever virus. The Michigan Pork Producers Association is gearing up to host its annual Michigan Pork Symposium on Feb. 20 at the Lansing...
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Dealing with an ‘impossible’ issue
Another Voice: The “go meatless” crowd has it in for traditional beef; there’s work to do. Walking a busy and big trade show, a guy can work up an appetite. During a trip to Las Vegas for CES 2019, I...
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News about sheep shearing school and more
Here’s an update on how sheep checkoff dollars are spent in Indiana. If you raise sheep, you likely know a small percentage of your check when you sell animals goes to fund the Indiana Sheep and Wool...
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Price slide helps size up feeder cattle bids
Livestock Outlook: Understanding factors that drive feeder cattle price relationships can make you a better bidder. Relative weights are a big factor, but not the only factor, driving feeder cattle...
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‘Old farmers’ impressed with new technology
Life is Simple: Newfangled products present both opportunities and challenges. There are a lot of really smart people involved in the industry of agriculture. This fact is evidenced by all the...
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Add grain to feed for cows under Mother Nature’s stress
Reproduction could suffer without putting some weight back on cows. By Stan MadduxSome cows stressed from Mother Nature’s extremes might not be at the proper weight for the upcoming calving...
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Ranchers ‘plugging along’ post Hurricane Michael
Most producers have been forced to feed low quality hay and are about to run out of that. As a County Agent, when I travel to meetings and other events I often hear the same question; “How are things...
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Value and evaluate herd sire in cow-calf operation
Buckeye Beef Brief: A breeding soundness examination is a necessary management tool for improving herd fertility levels. By John Grimes and Stan Smith, OSU ExtensionPerhaps to the inexperienced, or...
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Register now for Best of the Buckeye program
The Ohio Cattlemen’s Association offers unique opportunities for breeders and youth. The Best of the Buckeye Program, hosted by the Ohio Cattlemen’s Association in conjunction with the Ohio Beef Expo...
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Pork producers recognize peers
Slideshow: At the annual Pork Congress, Minnesota Pork Board honors volunteers and Minnesota Pork Producers elect new board members. Leadership appointments and individuals and families involved in...
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