by Will Jordan A Lumpy Skin Disease outbreak is spreading across South Korea with 29 cases of the highly infectious viral disease reported as of Wednesday, October 25th. Though Lumpy Skin Disease was introduced to Asia in 2019, this is the first outbreak of its kind in South Korea. While the disease does not pose a risk to humans, it …
Sustainability is Regular Business for Cattlemen
By Will Jordan Sustainability is a constant topic in conversations with both advocates and activists. National Cattlemen’s Beef Association CEO, Colin Woodall, shares thoughts on sustainability and the beef industry.
Florida Cattlemen’s Association’s New President Looks to the Future
By Will Jordan Florida Cattlemen’s Association installed their new President this week in Marco Island during their annual convention. New president Pat Durden is a 7th-generation Florida rancher with 15 years of involvement in the FCA leadership. A background in commercial cow/calf and more recently Red Angus seedstock, Pat looks forward to his year of service.
Livestock Birthing and Weather Concerns in Northern Plains
Even though we are in April, winter weather has not lost its grip in some areas of the country. USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey says an early April blizzard in the Northern Plains has added to concerns of livestock producers in the middle of calving and lambing season in that region.
Livestock Organizations Discuss Challenges in Cattle Markets
On Monday, May 10, 2021, member leaders of American Farm Bureau Federation, National Cattlemen’s Beef Association, National Farmers Union, R-CALF USA, and the United States Cattlemen’s Association met in Phoenix, Arizona. These groups convened at the request of Livestock Marketing Association to discuss challenges involved in the marketing of finished cattle with the ultimate goal of bringing about a more …
Global Livestock Show Worth The Trip – Sommet De L’Elevage
U.S. cattle and livestock producers interested in keeping up with their industry in other parts of the world first-hand should consider a visit to one of the world’s largest and best run annual livestock events, the Sommet De L’Elevage (Livestock Summit) in Clermont-Ferrand, France held the first week in October. I can attest from first-hand experience as the first American farm journalist to …
Majority of U.S. Pastures are Lush and Green
Right now, more than 20-percent of the country is reporting a topsoil moisture surplus. And according to USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey, most of the pastures across the county are benefiting from excessive wetness. Rippey has details on which states have surpluses or shortages of topsoil moisture.
Farmers Preparing for Drought Conditions
While recent rains were welcome, more than 34 percent of Alabama still faces abnormally dry or moderate drought conditions. This has many livestock producers worried about providing their animals with enough to eat and drink. Landon Marks, an Alabama Extension animal science regional agent, said some northeastern Alabama areas are starting to see effects of the abnormally dry weather. “Water …
Livestock Producers Received Higher Prices in April
The latest USDA Ag Prices Index reveals an overall increase in prices received by producers. But as Rod Bain reports, much of that came from the livestock sector.
Enhancements in Livestock and Dairy Insurance Coverage Programs
Starting July first, enhancements to livestock and dairy insurance products will be available to policy holders. Rod Bain has more.