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Livestock producers are in a constant battle of record-setting dry conditions throughout the U.S. Pasture, Rangeland, Forage (PRF) insurance could mean the difference between culling and making it to spring.

Vytelle announces the opening of a laboratory in New Zealand, part of a five-year plan to double the laboratory capacity to produce bovine embryos through in vitro fertilization.

The pick of the Feddes family 2021 and 2022 heifer calf crop will be sold during the Red Angus Foundation Inc. auction to be held Thursday, Sept. 15, during the National Red Angus Convention.

Preliminary results of a field study found 73% of farms tested positive for BCoV in the respiratory pathway, and BCoV is associated with increased risk for Bovine Respiratory Disease (BRD).

Vytelle, which has built the first integrated livestock technology platform to accelerate genetic progress in cattle, has been named a Sustainability Leadership Award winner.

An interdisciplinary effort to bring together University of Nebraska-Lincoln faculty, staff and students working to improve the efficiency, resilience and profitability of beef production has a new name.

Premium cut quality, ease of maintenance and durability define new mid-sized trailed mower line.

Agriculture producers with Federal crop insurance for crops in transition to organic or a certified organic grain or feed crop are eligible to receive premium assistance from the USDA for the 2023 reinsurance year.

Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack announced details of the USDA’s $300 million investment, that aims to help build new and better markets and streams of income for farmers and producers through organic production.

With the industry becoming increasingly more digital, is your farm's electronic data protected and computer systems secure?

More than 2,000 Texas beef producers received an update on how the Texas Beef Council is helping keep beef in its strongest state through demand-driving programs during the Texas A&M Beef Cattle Short Course.

Snaplage brings several intriguing aspects to beef producers as it “brings starch like high moisture shelled corn, but also a bit of fiber like corn silage,” explains John Goeser of Rock River Laboratory.

From beef cattle economic outlook to improving efficiency in feeding strategies, the 2022 KSU Beef Stocker Field Day is set to be held on Sept. 29

Nitrates and prussic acid build up in forages to levels dangerous to livestock during drought. Consuming such forages can cause illness and even death to livestock.

A developer of an advanced waste treatment technology says it will partner with a cattle ranch to build a 15,000 head sustainable beef feedlot near Dalhart, Texas.

Clark S. Willingham has been named the 2022 National Golden Spur Award recipient in recognition of his dedication to the ranching and livestock industries.

Cattle feed cost is the single largest expense in the cow-calf sector, and prices are still on the rise. Explore these four management strategies to help reduce feed expenses in your operation.

Cattle producers can now seek LCB Enrolled verification to signal their cattle were raised with reduced GHG emissions.

The invasive tick can transmit the Theileria orientalis parasite, which attacks blood cells. The Ikeda genotype of this organism can be fatal to cattle.

Solar energy offers numerous benefits for agricultural irrigation, including energy savings, efficiency, reduced environmental impact and potential tax savings through incentive programs.

AHA webinar to provide details about ongoing research with Colorado State University to characterize the relationship between genetics associated with efficiency and those associated with cattle's carbon footprint.

Farmers are invited to submit nominations for the 2023 Farm Bureau Farm Dog of the Year contest, supported by Purina.

“This world-class program has totally changed my way of thinking,” says Amanda Faver, New Mexico cattle owner and former IBCA participant. The IBCA 2022-2023 application process is now open through Aug. 13.

Will Epperly, Dunlap, Iowa, was named the 2022 World Livestock Auctioneer Champion at the 58th annual competition held at Shipshewana Auction & Trading Place, Shipshewana, Ind.

Record-level red meat exports of $18.7 billion in 2021 had a major impact on the corn and soybean industries, according to an independent study by the Juday Group for the U.S. Meat Export Federation.

The Beef Improvement Federation (BIF) presented Bobby Rankin, Las Cruces, New Mexico, the BIF Pioneer Award June 3 during the group’s annual research symposium in Las Cruces, New Mexico.

The Beef Improvement Federation (BIF) presented Dr. R.L. “Bob” Hough, Lone Tree, Colorado, the BIF Pioneer Award June 3 during the group’s annual research symposium in Las Cruces, New Mexico.

Together, with more than 30 of their network partners, Vytelle is sharing high accuracy bulls that have risen to the top of more than 94,000 animals of 25 different breeds and more than 289,000 RFI EPDs.

The three-day USMEF Spring Conference examined a number of key issues for U.S. exporters while also updating members on promotional activities for U.S. pork, beef and lamb in a wide range of international markets.

Experts share insight on first quarter red meat exports, foodservice and retail trends, and the globalized trade in this recap from The U.S. Meat Export Federation (USMEF) Spring Conference in San Antonio, Texas.

From recruitment to retention to building trust in the workplace, AgCareers.com will host their annual HR Roundtable on June 15, discussing current trends and issues in the agriculture industry workforce.

Kansas State University Department of Animal Sciences and Industry graduate students Larissa Becker and Erin Beyer were recognized as 2022 recipients of the Larry Corah Graduate Student Award.

Merck Animal Health is introducing AROVYN – a broad-spectrum antibiotic that treats the major organisms associated with bovine respiratory disease, foot rot and pinkeye.

Drought has the ability to make any kind of worm infection more severe because it puts additional stress on the animal.

Programs to help U.S. farmers build markets overseas boosted agricultural exports by an average of $9.6 billion annually from 1977 to 2019, representing 13.7 percent of total agricultural export value, says a new study.

The North American Meat Institute says it is disappointed the House Agriculture Committee voted to approve the Meat and Poultry Special Investigator Act.

The Startup Challenge for 2022 specifically seeks innovation and technologies that can help cattle feeders enhance sustainability in feedyard operations and meet industry sustainability goals.

The new animal science center, expected to be completed in 2023, includes research labs, educational spaces, animal handling areas along with dedicated research lab space for emerging technologies and practices.

The upcoming PAC Summit for Industry Leaders focuses on leveraging new technology to ease labor constraints, provide opportunities for increased profitability, and improve connections between animals and caregivers.

Bayer Range and Pasture Program helps ranchers restore rangeland with a single herbicide application.

Drought is not a new issue to cow-calf producers, but many factors make this year unique. Kansas State will host a webinar to help producers weigh options on May 19.

Farmers and ranchers raising calves now have access to the free Calf Care and Quality Assurance (CCQA) program online. Certification through CCQA helps ensure optimal calf health and welfare.

John Deere announced it has established an allied agreement with Mike and Jason Grady of Twin Pak to better serve existing and future John Deere small square baler customers in the United States.

TSCRA reminded the committee ranchers and landowners are right beside law enforcement officers on the front lines of the battle, confronting regular thefts, burglaries, damaged infrastructure and armed intimidation.

Merck Animal Health announced a $250,000 donation to Iowa State University to support the new Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory.

Every re-treatment puts additional stress on calves and reduces profit due to additional medicine and labor. But waiting too long to re-treat calves that need an additional dose can increase the number of sick calves.

The Wendy’s Company released its 2021 Corporate Responsibility report, outlining progress under the Company’s Good Done Right platform focus areas of Food, People and Footprint.

These goals and targets aim to identify and supplement sustainability practices and support the collection of benchmarking data for current industry sustainability efforts.

Animal Agriculture Alliance releases updated Sustainability Impact Report in advance of Earth Day, providing the latest data on the nutritional benefits of meat, milk, poultry and eggs.

NCBA and PLC say the Biden administration’s National Environmental Policy Act rule undermines progress made at a time when efficient regulatory processes are critical to environmental and economic sustainability.