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Ad campaign aims to raise biodiesel awareness
The campaign features National Biodiesel Board members and Next Generation Scientist for Biodiesel members. A national advertising campaign aimed at selling the benefits of biodiesel to key decision...
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A look inside a young farmer’s cattle barn
A childlike vision becomes a reality as a cattlewoman designs and builds a working facility. Back in grade school, Larna Schnitker doodled designs for a cattle-handling facility on the back of her...
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Efficient grazing begins with fencing
No matter your approach to cattle management, there are choices to make any grazing approach more effective. The secret to profitable cattle raising is your grazing plan. A focused approach to using...
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Crop values inch up in Tulare County, Calif.
Gross farm production value up slightly in central California For the fourth consecutive year crop values in Tulare County, Calif. were up slightly, though still short of their 2014 record when the...
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Mortality composting course now offered online
Buckeye Beef Brief: Composting cattle mortalities offers a year-round alternative to rendering or landfills. Composting livestock mortalities can be an efficient and inexpensive method of disposing of...
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Pecan production above expectations amid uncertain market
Texas Crop and Weather Report – Sept. 22, 2020 Texas pecan production appears better than expected, but market uncertainty amid the pandemic looms, said Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service...
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Research links cattle behavior to efficient beef production
GPS collars and accelerometers were used to track movement and behavior of cows and calves. Range cattle spend most of their time grazing, ruminating, resting and watering. Using collars fitted with...
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Walmart, Cargill, McDonald's invest $6 million in grasslands
New program will support ranchers with technical expertise, training and tools to advance grazing practices. The Walmart Foundation, Cargill and McDonald’s are investing more than $6 million in an...
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Demand fueling pork prices; cattle prices cautiously climbing
Cattle on Feed report, Hogs and Pigs report expected to give markets short-term price direction. Both the Cattle on Feed Report and the Hogs and Pigs Report will be released this week by USDA. These...
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Ag groups call for continued WTO membership
More than 60 ag groups sign letter to Lighthizer, congressional leaders outlining support of U.S. membership in WTO. More than 60 U.S. agricultural stakeholders are calling for continued U.S....
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Local food demand answers hog producer’s prayers
In the wake of the Smithfield Foods plant closure in Sioux Falls, some hog producers looked to local consumers. Sometimes all you can do is pray. And pray is exactly what Ferlyn Hofer did when...
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Farm Progress America, September 28, 2020
Max Armstrong shares a look at one feature of county and state fairs lost in 2020 – consumer education Max Armstrong looks back on the missed county and state fairs of 2020. While the lost revenue for...
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Keep it tight; store hay right
When storing hay outside is necessary, the right methods can help reduce loss. Even before storing, producers can give hay a better chance to make it from the field to the cow with as little loss as...
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The corn market has too many bushels
Here’s a look at the 3 legs of U.S. corn demand as the 2020-21 marketing year concludes its first month. U.S. corn growers enjoyed an unexpected counter-seasonal rally in August and September. The...
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MSU to host precision livestock farming virtual field day
The Oct. 7 event will focus on new technologies for cattle, swine and poultry production. Michigan State University will host a precision livestock farming virtual field day from 10 a.m. to noon Oct....
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$14 million awarded for pandemic research
Funds go to universities to help them find rapid solutions to pressing concerns, including worker safety. USDA recently announced nearly $14 million in grants to help U.S. universities find solutions...
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Strengthening Local Processing Act introduced
Pingree, Fortenberry introduce legislation to strengthen local meat processing infrastructure. The Strengthening Local Processing Act was introduced in the House to expand options for local producers...
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Apply now for Wolf-Livestock Conflict Prevention Grant
U.S. Fish and Wildlife has provided another $60,000 for the grant-matching program. New grant money is available to Minnesota livestock producers to help prevent wolf attacks.The Minnesota Department...
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Missouri Livestock Symposium goes virtual
Online educational sessions for livestock farmers will be offered through winter. The Missouri Livestock Symposium joins the growing list of agriculture events moving to a virtual platform this...
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Potential for a stronger fall calf market
If feed is cheaper, feedlots and winter backgrounders bid up calf prices as they compete with one another for placements. Cattle prices have been on a roller coaster ride in 2020 thanks in part to...
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