USDA Announces “Protect Our Pigs” Campaign to Educate on the Importance of Biosecurity
The USDA Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) announced a new outreach and awareness campaign called “Protect Our Pigs,”…
Off-Road Diesel Climbs Above $5.00 per Gallon
U.S. diesel prices continue to shock the wallets of farmers and ranchers, who are now paying more than $5.00/gallon for…
Extreme Heat Adds Crop Pressure, Relief for Different Regions
As much of the U.S. faces extreme heat this week, some producers will benefit from the welcomed warmth while others add the jarring heat index to an already long list of concerns.
Ocean Shipping Reform Act Awaits President’s Signature
The Ocean Shipping Reform Act (OSRA) heads to President Biden’s desk this week after an overwhelming pass of the Senate…
Spotlight: Veterans Find Purpose in Agriculture
For U.S. military members, finding an enjoyable career after service is often a tall task. But for veterans Bill Steele…
Data Shows 2021 U.S. Milk Moving through Orders Reaches Six-Year Low
Milk moving through the U.S. Federal Milk Marketing Order (FMMO) fell to a six-year low in 2021 at just 61%, matching lows from 2004, 2012 and 2015.
Tips for Preventing Stored Grain Spoilage this Summer
With intense early-season heat hitting much of the U.S. and stark humidity throughout the Corn Belt, grain in storage can…
Fertilizer Prices Lower for First Time in 19 Months
Retail fertilizer prices moved lower this week for the first time since November 2020. Urea saw the biggest drop, down nearly 50% since the end of March.
Summer Storms Are On the Way, Reminders for Dealing with Hail Crop Damage
In the early start of summer weather, hail events have already brought damage to areas of the central U.S. Several…
Conception Age for Heifers Should Be Goal in Dairy Feed Efficiency
Feeding a heifer from birth to first lactation is costly for any dairy operation.