Beef demand is supported by strong U.S. export sales and U.S. consumer purchasing has been well balanced with beef supplies as we head into the 2nd quarter.
Flood waters are receding, but the challenges in recovery for farmers and livestock producers are just beginning. Beth Doran, Iowa State University Extension and Outreach beef specialist, recommends producers get out in their fields as soon as possible.
FAPRI’s baseline projections point to little change in net farm income over the next decade, which could lead to further erosion in the farm financial picture for agriculture. For 2019, FAPRI sees livestock receipts not boasting the numbers USDA currently projects.
As this area of equipment evolves, keep safety in mind. ATVs and UTVs both offer good utility on the farm and they can respond differently in times of challenge.
When raising dairy beef or selecting beef bulls for reproduction on dairy cows know the market, provide excellent calf care and identification, and conduct a genetic audit of the herd.
Rabo AgriFinance says the live cattle and feeder cattle markets are out of balance right now; a sign that lower feeder cattle prices could be on the horizon.
The future of agriculture and food production is dependent on recruiting and retaining good people dedicated to producing safe, wholesome and nutritious food.
BRD is the largest drain on all segments of the industry, but we are closer to technology that enhances animal well-being and improving operation efficiency.
While media lavishes praise on the high-tech supporting alt-meat R&D, the cheerleaders hungry for vegan alternatives are ignoring the real threat its emergence presents.
Stephanie Hatzenbuhler said calving has been better than expected this year, but it's no picnic. "You have to kind of play along with Mother Nature, what's she's giving you," she told The Bismarck Tribune.
Cull cow prices are sharing in the Spring cattle price rally. Normally, cull cow prices increase from the Fall into late Spring, and that increase is well underway.
