Farm Thefts Could Draw Heftier Penalties

Dan Cattle, Industry News Release, Specialty Crops

Getting caught stealing a registered beehive would have a deeper sting under a measure advancing in the Senate. The Senate Agriculture Committee on Thursday unanimously approved a proposal (SB 776) that would boost the criminal fine for theft of a commercially farmed animal or a bee colony from $5,000 to $10,000. Committee Chairwoman Denise Grimsley, R-Sebring, said increased fines are …

Agri View: Cattle Rustling or Cruelty

Dan Agri View, Cattle

Everett Griner talks about cattle being shot with rifles in today’s Agri View. Is this cattle rustling or cruelty to animals?         Image credit: Cattle Rustling 101/NC Cooperative Extension-NC University/Wilkes County Center – NC State University Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsNovember 1, 2024Nuseed Carinata Covers New GroundOctober 1, 2024TriEst Ag Group: Partners in ProfitabilityApril 1, 2024