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Industry leaders expect continued momentum for Brazilian meat exports through year-end, supported by resilient demand and expanding access to strategic markets.
Megin Nichols, the CDC’s director in the division of foodborne, waterborne and environmental diseases, explains the ties between human, animal and environmental health.
Terminal crossbreeding is a solution to economic antagonisms in the beef industry.
Carl Steiger shares the factors that go into 808 Ranch’s equipment purchasing decisions.
Secretary of Ag Rollins announces new case of New World screwworm 170 miles from southern border.
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Brad Kooima, Kooima Kooima Varilek, says the market is staying intact and absorbing a great deal of bearish news including last week’s lower fed cash trade and lower cutouts.
When planning a 500-head feeding facility plus cattle working area, Kansas beef producer Trey Ruetti did his homework researching options focusing on quality and value.
Nebraska’s Rick Rasby and Brent Plugge share strategies for fall calving.
“Most screwworm migration does not come from adult flies making heroic flights northward. Instead, it comes from the movement of infested animals — cattle, deer, wildlife — and yes, even in rare cases, people. Wherever the animal goes, the parasite goes with them,” says Dr. Christopher Lee.
The 808 Ranch makes strategic equipment investments to maximize productivity.
Anaplasmosis can be devastating with death losses in some herds approaching 50%.
Leading U.S. official to discuss connections between animal and human health during Gardiner lecture series at K-State.
Scott Varilek with Kooima Kooima Varilek says it has been another volatile week in the cattle futures but they are still trading sideways and holding the uptrend lines. Grains are pausing after hitting chart resistance.
About a mile after he passed a car on fire, Chad Rieck noticed smoke rolling out of his trailer. Within a minute or two, his trailer carrying gilts back from Aksarben was on fire.
Investing in plant technology and efficiency, Cargill will cease harvest for 10 days at its Fort Morgan plant starting Oct. 3.
APHIS will host three listening sessions on new funding for Farm Bill animal health programs.
K-State experts say a thoughtful crossbreeding plan can boost fertility, longevity and herd resilience.
A large-animal vet shortage continues to impact rural America. The University of Nebraska-Lincoln, in partnership with Gov. Jim Pillen and state leaders, is working to reverse that trend through the Elite 11 Production Animal Health Scholarship Program.
Historically, colder temperatures have played a crucial role in controlling New World screwworm’s geographical spread.
New product announcements from Supreme International and John Deere.
Producers can save time, money and headaches with a good herd record system.
From body condition scores to mineral needs, K-State’s Jason Warner shares the top 10 management practices producers should be mindful of in October.
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With 80% of producers reporting they have experienced drought in the past few years, lack of rain and grass continue to be a driving factor in the beef industry. Colorado’s LeValley Ranch has experienced four droughts since 2000.
FDA conditionally approves first drug for prevention and treatment of NWS infestations in cattle.
Cargill unveils “State of Steak” report, revealing what diners really want from steak in foodservice.
Strong demand doesn’t just happen. It’s built through effort, investment and consistency.