High wheat prices could push Texas, U.S. acres upward
Texas Crop and Weather Report – Sept. 21, 2021 Wheat acres are expected to increase in Texas, but dry, warm conditions are delaying many plantings for now, according to a Texas A&M AgriLife...
View ArticleStrip-till, cover crops yield peace of mind
Southwest Oklahoma producer transitions his peanut acres to strip-till, cover crop system. Karl Stutzman is the first to admit he loves to turn the soil in his fields. There's nothing like the smell...
View ArticleAnimal Ag Alliance abounds with opportunities
For those who want to get involved in social media advocacy, the Animal Agriculture Alliance is a great place to start. For producers, college students or those just interested in the agriculture...
View Article7 ag stories you might have missed
Cyber attacks threaten grain cooperatives, EPA evaluates dicamba requirements. Missed some agricultural news this week? Here are seven stories to catch you up.Cooperatives hit by ransomware attacksNew...
View ArticleTPPA's 33rd conference to focus on carbon market, soil health
Texas Plant Protection Association's 2021 theme: "Current and Emerging Trends in Texas Agriculture" Plans for the 33rd Texas Plant Protection Association Conference (TPPA) are underway. The theme of...
View ArticleUsing CRISPR/Cas9 technology to eliminate cattle pregnancy loss
Study aims to understand the causes of cattle pregnancy loss and develop management strategies. Calves on the ground eventually mean dollars in the pocket and steaks in the meat case. It’s the basics...
View ArticleSheep, goat producers plan annual conference
The event will include a tour of the new vet tech facility at Northeast Community College. The Nebraska Sheep and Goat Producers Association will hold its annual conference Oct. 22-23. The...
View ArticleAre your cattle heat-tolerant?
Evaluate how your livestock respond to heat stress. Heat stress negatively affects animals’ performance, including their milk production, growth rate, and fertility. Producers often select their...
View ArticleTexas cattle: Price outlook favorable, plan for drier winter
Texas Crop and Weather Report – Sept. 28, 2021 Beef cattle prices and forage conditions have been much improved for Texas producers so far in 2021, according to Texas A&M AgriLife Extension...
View ArticleFall is time to evaluate cows’ body conditions
KSU Cattle Chat: Cow body condition key to planning the herd’s post-weaning management. A well-balanced diet is important in humans’ overall health plan.Similarly, just as our caloric needs adjust...
View ArticleCover crop strategy reduces feed costs
Save input costs and time by using cover crops in a livestock operation. For livestock producers, using animals to harvest cover crops rather than equipment has huge cost savings. With the right feed...
View ArticleUSDA vaccine candidate successful in blocking ASF
Candidate has been shown to prevent, effectively protect both European and Asian bred swine against current circulating Asian strain. The U.S. Department of Agriculture's (USDA) Agricultural Research...
View ArticleFeedlot inventories tick down, still relatively high
The contracting beef cow herd and shrinking calf crops will lead to smaller numbers of cattle to be finished over the next several years. The September Cattle on Feed report was released Sept. 24....
View ArticleUNL animal science department names ambassadors
Nebraska Notebook: NCTA rodeo team takes on fall competitions and hosts a roping series. The animal science department at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln has appointed two new student ambassadors...
View ArticleMinnesota offers rebate for organic farm certification
Farmers can apply for a 50% rebate on their organic certification fee. Minnesota organic farmers and processors can apply for a rebate of up to 50% of the cost of their organic certification through...
View Article7 ag stories you might have missed
Soybeans plunge following USDA report, schools struggle with food shortages. Missed some agricultural news this week? Here are seven stories to catch you up.Soy stumbles after USDA’s Quarterly Grain...
View ArticlePLC awards $450,000 in grants
PLC grants awarded to local cattle associations, research and legal teams. The Public Lands Council (PLC) announced this week that they will provide over $450,000 in grant funding to multiple cattle...
View ArticleUW livestock judging team claims high honors
The university was high team in sheep, second high team in cattle, third high in goats and fourth high in team reasons. A team member won top individual and no other team had more members place in the...
View ArticleUSDA provides $100M for food supply chain financing
Loan guaranteed initiative focuses on the middle of the food supply chain to benefit producers and consumers. The pandemic exposed a number of weaknesses in the food supply chain, including a lack of...
View ArticleMinnesota: Longtime top turkey producer in the U.S.
Turkey production and processing is a $1 billion-plus industry in the state. With Thanksgiving around the corner, many of us are starting to think about family get-togethers and menus. As a main...
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