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Additional New World Screwworm-infested zones have been released in Texas. The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service approved the releases of these zones after concurrence from Texas’ state veterinarian Dr. Bud Dinges and the Texas Animal Health Commission. Under Secretary for Marketing and Regulatory Programs Dudley Hoskins said, “The Texas Animal Health Commission has been an …
The Great Depression Creates an Opportunity The Great Depression brought severe economic hardship to rural American families, but for some entrepreneurs, difficult times also created opportunities. One such entrepreneur was a young Missouri farmer named John W. Tyson, who recognized a growing need for fresh poultry in larger Midwestern markets. Beginning in 1931, Tyson began delivering chickens from southern Missouri …
Six state pork organizations here in the Southeast agree they can do better together. No state is going to replace Iowa as the number one state but doesn’t mean smaller producing states in the Southeast can’t join together to better serve members. State pork organizations, Kentucky, Tennessee, Mississippi, Alabama, Georgia, and Florida have approved formation of the Southeast Pork Alliance. …
We recently had the opportunity to sit down with Roger McEowen, Professor of Agricultural Law and Taxation at Washburn University. Professor McEowen discussed the recent hot topic of farmland fraud. “My article on that stemmed from a conversation I had with a rancher this past spring, and he just, I didn’t know him, but a lot of people know me, …
We recently had the opportunity to sit down with Roger McEowen, professor of agricultural law and taxation at Washburn University. Professor McEowen discussed his upcoming ag law talk. Here is what he had to say. “I’ll be in Guntersville, Alabama, Wednesday morning, the 19th of August, talking about residual soil fertility. This is a two-hour seminar for firms that do …
The FDA is giving farmers, ranchers, veterinarians, and wildlife managers another tool in the fight against New World Screwworm. The agency announced recently an Emergency Use Authorization for CLiK Extra wound spray, a product that can help prevent New World Screwworm infections in a wide range of animals. The authorization covers sheep, cattle, goats, swine, and animals including llamas, alpacas, …
Chickens Were the First Livestock of the American Frontier When many people think about American agriculture in the 1800s, they often picture vast cattle ranches or large hog operations. However, during the mid-19th century, chickens were actually among the most valuable livestock on many pioneer farms. Their versatility, ease of care, and ability to provide a steady source of food …
U.S. beef exports delivered more value in June despite shipping fewer pounds overseas, while pork exports felt the impact of temporary trade restrictions that have now been resolved. According to data released by USDA and compiled by the U.S. Meat Export Federation, June beef exports totaled nearly 89,000 metric tons, down 6% from a year ago. Even so, export value …
With the upcoming Farm Bill 2.0 review happening later this week, several agricultural-related organizations are voicing their opinions of what should be included in the bill. One organization in particular that has been very vocal for several months is the National Pork Producers Council. The NPPC is especially concerned about Proposition 12. According to the NPPC resource website, California’s Proposition …
USDA’s latest pasture and rangeland condition report offers a snapshot of how forage is holding up across the country as producers move through the heart of the summer grazing season. Conditions vary widely from region to region with some areas benefiting from timely rainfall, while others continue to battle heat and dryness. USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey breaks down the latest …
