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Cattle Feedlot Inventories Very Close to Year Ago Levels

USDA recently released their March Cattle on Feed Report, and the latest numbers indicate the number of cattle and calves on feed for the slaughter market in the U.S. was 11.8 million head on March 1, slightly above March 1, 2019. But according to a story from Gary Crawford, the report noted there was a large decline in cattle feedlot placements in February. …

What’s Next for CRAFT: A Q&A With Steven Hall
The Florida Legislature this year mandated the merger of two major Florida citrus research organizations: the Citrus Research and Field Trial Foundation (CRAFT) and the Citrus Research and Development Foundation (CRDF). CRAFT Executive Director Steven Hall recently answered questions about the merger. Q: What are the steps and timeframe for the merger? A: The legislation […]
Rootstocks May Hold Key to Boosting Citrus Fruit Nutrition
When citrus growers select a rootstock, they typically focus on traits such as tree vigor, yield potential, disease tolerance and adaptation to soil conditions. New research suggests there may be another important factor to consider: the nutritional quality of the fruit. A recent study in India found that rootstocks can significantly influence the mineral nutrient […]