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Burn in fire or die by electrocution? J.P. Koop chose to ride lightning.
Senate Ag Chair Debbie Stabenow finally released the full text of the Senate farm bill on Monday, but it’s already drawing intense criticism. Even usually optimistic House Ag Chair GT Thompson signaled it’s time to focus on a 2018 farm bill extension by year’s end.
Threats of widespread tariffs and concerns about retaliation continue to stoke uneasiness in agriculture. With a growing trade deficit and hopes the U.S. could re-embark on the Phase One trade deal with China, could the focus back on trade be positive for agriculture?
Resources have been created to help livestock producers develop plans for the continuity of business, movement and marketing of livestock, milk and wool in the unfortunate event of a foreign disease outbreak.
How this Iowa dairy boosts their bottom line with genomics and crossbreeding.
As part of the company’s overall goals, FDA approval has been secured for three combinations of Experior and MGA for use in finishing heifers.
The Rural Prosperity and Food Security Act, which builds on the proposal Stabenow released in May, includes $39 billion in new resources “to keep farmers farming, families fed and rural communities strong.”
K-State placed high team in several categories and had four individual top 10 placers.
Oklahoma State University joins a new pilot program from Farm Journal Foundation (FJF) to address the national shortage of rural, food-supply veterinarians.
Liquid feed options are readily available and can provide cost-effective nutritional value to cattle.
Nomination sparks debate over Kennedy’s anti-vaccine stance and Senate support
Japan, South Korea, China/Hong Kong ranked as top three export markets for beef, which was just 2.9 over last year in September.
Collaboration aimed at helping to reduce environmental impacts during beef production.
After posting a record net revenue in the third quarter and a 571% increase in net income, year-over-year, JBS raised its earnings estimates for 2024.
The Animal Agriculture Alliance released a new report detailing U.S. animal agriculture’s contributions to the U.N. Sustainable Development Goals.
Sen. John Thune (R-S.D.) wins Majority Leader race. Sen. Rick Scott (R-Fla.) was eliminated on the first ballot. And Thune beat Sen. John Cornyn (R-Tex.) 29-24 on the second ballot.
USDA report estimates cattle and hog prices forecasted for rest of 2024 and into 2025 raised based on recent prices and the continued strength in beef and pork demand.
As the list continues to evolve, Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is reportedly playing an active role in the cabinet selection.
Trump stated that Zeldin would “ensure fair and swift deregulatory decisions” to “unleash the power of American businesses.” The administration aims to maintain “the highest environmental standards, including the cleanest air and water on the planet” while pursuing deregulation.
New Officers elected at Strategic Planning Conference Nov. 6-8.
Feedlot owners and cow-calf producers can use best practices for helping those cattle get off to a good start when entering the yard.
Financial Times reports say President-elect Donald Trump has asked Robert Lightizer to return as U.S. trade representative.
Taking the entire hiring process online, without meeting a candidate in person, seems drastic, but it has become the standard today for many organizations.
There are many management options to consider for weaned calves depending on feed resources, labor, and subsequent management strategies.
One of the biggest anticipated changes that could impact farms across the U.S. is the possible change to the tax policy under a second Trump administration.
USMEF members received an in-depth look at the new administration in Mexico, as the United States prepares for a critical phase of trade relations with the largest export destination for U.S. red meat this week at the annual conference.
Farmer feeders like Lauritsen Cattle Company of Exira, Iowa, have distinct advantages. They include their proximity to local corn and feedstuffs, as well as their attention to detail.
Ranch Academy offers a complete guide of trainings for ranch employees that can be customizable to each operation.
Broad-based growth has pork exports poised to set annual records with Mexico, Central America, and Asian markets fueling September beef export growth.
The meeting agenda is packed with relevant and insightful topics of trade and export markets for beef, pork and lamb.