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The federal government asserts power over at least 96% of all private land in the U.S.

Agriculture is a stressful occupation, and farmers struggle with anxiety and depression at higher levels than the general population.

These actions are part of the Biden/Harris administration’s efforts to open new markets for farmers, provide more competitive choices, lower food costs for consumers and support small businesses and family farms

The Klosterman Feedlot Innovation Center is a $7.2-million project that is taking a new approach to research by focusing on performance, environmental issues and animal-welfare challenges in the beef industry.

The capability to store manure reduces or eliminates the need to spread manure daily. Manure storage facilities allow small farms to store the manure until it can be removed and utilized later.

Drought conditions likely to continue in Oklahoma and southern plains. Fall feeder calve run has begun.

With weaning time, most calves will be taking their first trailer ride, so consider low stress handling techniques to get them started right.

When times are tough is when farmers need their trusted advisers the most, says Greg Martinelli.

Pending approval on Monday, Oct. 7, the beef marketing company involved in a Ponzi scheme will have new owners who plan to continue operating and paying back investors.

There are challenges, no doubt, but 59% of producers plan to add a family member to their operation and 51% indicate they will increase their herd size in the next five years.