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What will the new USDA milk testing mandate look like?
What will the new USDA milk testing mandate look like?  WILX
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Man arrested for fatally shooting cattle worth more than $65,000
Man arrested for fatally shooting cattle worth more than $65,000Â Â WCAX
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Regenerative agriculture, unleashing soil superpowers, reducing GHGs, boosting farm revenue
Regenerative agriculture, unleashing soil superpowers, reducing GHGs, boosting farm revenue  EURACTIV
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Corporate Transparency Act requirements on hold
Farmers won’t have to meet an end-of-year deadline to comply with the Corporate Transparency Act. The Corporate Transparency Act would have required businesses including farms to provide additional information showing who is benefiting from and in control of businesses. University of Wisconsin Extension Ag Law Specialist Kelly Wilfert tells Brownfield there have been court cases…
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In the Cattle Markets: Insurance Observations
LAKEWOOD, Colo. — Recently a producer asked if Livestock Risk Protection (LRP) premiums adjusted with volatility in the market like options do. The quick response was yes; as futures prices and options premiums change, so do LRP premiums. Like options, LRP has several moving parts. However, expected (or implied) volatility is the only aspect that…
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National FFA Sponsors Board announces priorities for 2025
The new chair of the National FFA Sponsors Board says continuing to offer career development activities will be a priority in 2025. Aaron Wetzel is the vice president of production and precision ag systems at John Deere. “FFA is very focused on developing its members to continue to create a robust pipeline of talent across…
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Crop Advantage Series program planned Jan. 7
Crop Advantage Series program planned Jan. 7Â Â The Globe
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Man arrested for fatally shooting cattle worth more than $65,000
Man arrested for fatally shooting cattle worth more than $65,000Â Â KSWO
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Minnesota-based CHS steering through uncertain times for global agriculture
Minnesota-based CHS steering through uncertain times for global agriculture  Star Tribune
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USDA launches national testing of milk from dairy farms to track bird flu outbreak
USDA launches national testing of milk from dairy farms to track bird flu outbreak  South Carolina Daily Gazette
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Grain market outlook to be presented at 2024 Nebraska Ag Expo
Grain market outlook to be presented at 2024 Nebraska Ag Expo  Rural Radio Network
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2025 Angus Herdsman of the Year Candidates Announced
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. — The life of a herdsman may sound glamorous to many, but few understand the demanding blend of physical strength and mental grit it takes to excel in the role. The Herdsman of the Year Award honors an Angus enthusiast who has committed wholeheartedly to the management, strategic choices and advancement of…
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Why Gifting Shares of a C-Corp is Not a Good Idea
Why Gifting Shares of a C-Corp is Not a Good Idea  Successful Farming
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USDA Forecasts Decline in Farm Income for 2024, Specialty Crops a Bright Spot
USDA Forecasts Decline in Farm Income for 2024, Specialty Crops a Bright Spot  AgNet West
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Neem Seed Extract Improves Effectiveness of Pesticide
COLLEGE STATION, Texas — Pesticides can be made more effective and environmentally friendly by improving how they stick to plant surfaces, thanks to new research led by Dr. Mustafa Akbulut, professor of chemical engineering at Texas A&M University. Akbulut and his research group have developed an innovative pesticide delivery system called nanopesticides. These tiny technologies,…
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Pork Producers Tackle Declining Demand, Focus on Connecting with Younger Generations
High production costs, inflation, building maintenance, and repairs are just a few of the many expenses squeezing the margins for pork producers in America, with no help from continually decreasing demand as the generation of primary pork consumers age out. What we’re left with are generations that, according to a study by the National Pork…
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USDA must do more to regulate genetically engineered crops, judge rules
A federal court overturned a 2020 rule that looked to accelerate innovation by allowing manufacturers to sidestep regulatory reviews.
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Heifer Hoof Health – Setting Up Your Future Herd for Success
EAST LANSING, Mich. — Gerard Cramer, a professor at the University of Minnesota and an expert in dairy cattle lameness, recently shared practical insights on hoof health management for heifers. His approach emphasizes the importance of preventative care to avoid chronic hoof issues, promoting productivity and animal welfare through proactive management strategies. Establishing a healthy…
