Working with livestock represents a daily routine for producers, but it’s important to stay aware of potential dangers when it comes to workin…
Ben Eggers keeps notes in his desk to help with an important task at his seedstock cattle operation — naming the livestock. He’s always thinki…
U.S. pork producers have had a tough row to hoe in recent years, thanks to challenges like low prices, no place to send their hogs for process…
OSCEOLA, Iowa — Before selecting a herd sire, Brian Oswald says it is important to establish production goals.
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The U.S. Department of Agriculture announced Aug. 26 its intent to designate Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands as a “…
Abundant forage growth and proximity to row crop feed sources set the stage for successful cattle production in some Midwestern states, and pe…
Inventorying and planning for hay and other forage feed needs is essential every year, especially when production is uncertain due to drought …
The Dominican Republic may have to slaughter more than 500,000 pigs — or about half of its herd — to curb the first outbreak of African swine …
SPICKARD, Mo. — The University of Missouri Extension held a feedlot school Aug. 4-5, talking with cattle producers about factors to consider i…
LEXINGTON, Ill. — Farmers, veterinarians and ag reporters have many things in common. Every day for them is different and a day seldom turns o…
Nevil Speer says consumers have always craved high-quality beef, and the thought of going without it during a pandemic may have intensified th…
Speaking on a Zoom event sponsored by Zoetis July 30, Kevin Good says cattle producers might have some reasons to be optimistic going forward.
Editor’s note: The following was written by Lee Schulz, Iowa State University Extension economist, for the Ag Decision Maker newsletter.
Fall calving can give cattle producers some other options, from a management and marketing perspective.
While mineral needs may vary based on geography, there are a few basics to know when it comes to keeping beef cattle in top shape.
The University of Missouri Extension is hosting a feedlot school Aug. 4-5 in Trenton to help cattle producers learn more about feeding and fin…
Recent advancements in technology have made their way into precision agriculture, with emphasis placed on using new technologies to increase c…
For Bruce Mershon, his involvement with the Missouri Cattlemen’s Association provides an opportunity to be a part of the cattle industry on a …
Many hog buildings are starting to show their age, but focusing on regular maintenance could stretch out their shelf life.
STOUTLAND, Mo. — For Bill and Kathy Bolch, Scottish Highland cattle are a great fit for their ranch in Laclede County, Missouri.
National livestock groups are monitoring efforts in some states to make changes to livestock production.
COLUMBIA, Mo. — When feed prices go up, swine producers usually see profits go down. That’s not the case in 2021.
Feed costs have taken a big bite out of livestock margins, but a more optimistic outlook for corn production could put profitability back on t…
COLUMBIA, Mo. — Stocker cattle make up just 12% of the 4.25 million head currently part of the beef industry in Missouri. But these cattle cou…
DES MOINES — Rachel Cutrer says a cattle operation’s brand needs to go beyond a sign hanging over the driveway entrance.
DES MOINES — The key to profitability in the cattle industry could come by rejecting a lot of the paradigms that have been followed over the years.
MURPHYSBORO, Ill. — They may not realize it, but many men who play Santa Claus have Lincoln sheep to thank for giving them a more realistic ap…