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Mineral consumption: take it with a grain of salt

If you surveyed a room of 10 people if they prefer sweet or salty food, the results would be as divided as when I asked local feed stores and cooperatives about whether to mix mineral with salt to supplement cattle.

Coccidiosis a ‘frustrating’ parasite in goats

"Ccocci are parasitic infections cause significant financial loss to the ag industry every year.

Andover man’s hobby leads to world records, inspiration

“I always say it's not only the preservation of history, but the preservation of hard work, because 100 years ago, life was a lot harder than it is today.”

Building immunity in the cattle herd an important autumn goal

Early fall is the time of year when, in addition to pregnancy-checking, cattle producers shore-up livestock immunity with vaccinations and deworming.

Inflation broadens financial gap between rural, urban communities

Rural residents are outpacing their urban counterparts in regards to inflation.

Higher learning: today's students committed to academics

"Not only is there a full schedule of classes during Hobo week, many instructors even require testing. Wait a minute. Tests during Weary Willie’s week?! Ouch!"

Dedicated collectors: Steam engine collectors toil to restore, display old farm equipment

Just as surely as lightning bugs, cicadas and warm weather sweep the plains during summer months, so do rural folks gather to enjoy food, fellowship and the demonstration of old-time farm equipment.

Delivering for farmers: FBN opens warehouse in Larchwood, Iowa

A company known for sidestepping the conventional supply chain will now take shipping into its own hands.

Is pheromonotherapy up to snuff?

There are several new and old pheromone products that you can purchase for anything from your beef herd to your cat herd. So how do these products work and are they actually useful?

Discovering the way the Irish do beef

If someone asked me what I appreciate the most about travel, my reply would be that I usually come home smarter than when I left.

Trade mission shows big potential for beef in the UK

U.S. beef is being exported to the UK, but it’s a very tiny amount. The potential there is unbelievable, and the demand for U.S. product remains strong.

The voice of South Dakota Corn

After 18 years, Jim Woster is saying "farewell" to his "Corn Comments" radio segment for South Dakota Corn.

A different perspective on ranch life

This time of the year is a challenge to get away... but I know how beneficial these missions are not only to us, but beef producers throughout the country.

Amateur baseball

I tell people I never played baseball as a kid, but of course that’s not completely true.

Crary Ag hosting first-ever Full Pod event

WEST FARGO, N.D. – Crary Ag welcomes known agricultural YouTube stars, The Millennial Farmer, Brian of Brian’s Farming Videos, Cole the Cornstar and Larson Farms in a one-night event, live on stage this Dec. 15.

Ranch story gets a world-wide audience

What happens when Jaclyn shares ranch life on YouTube? "People from all over the world reached out to comment. Most have never stepped foot on a ranch, but all of a sudden they were seeing how we raised beef."

Healthcare back when

The first incident of a serious health situation, although I didn’t realize it at the time, was when my little sister, Mary Haug, at about age 3, was diagnosed with rheumatic fever.

Biofuel industry innovating in production, finding new uses

Demand for biofuels has gotten back to levels seen before the COVID-19 pandemic hit in 2020, but that doesn’t mean a full recovery has happened in the industry.

Gaining skills and building confidence on the ranch

"My two biggest takeaways from my summer on the ranch are to always keep an open mind, and that sometimes you have to fake it ‘til you make it."

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Reiman-Duden selected as 2022 Farmfest Woman Farmer of the Year

A fourth-generation dairy farmer was chosen as the 2022 Farmfest Woman Farmer of the Year.

Minnesota governor candidates talk COVID, rural issues at Farmfest

Rural issues were at the forefront in the first debate between Minnesota gubernatorial candidates as incumbent Gov. Tim Walz and Republican challenger Scott Jensen took the stage in a packed building at Farmfest Aug. 3.

Hay bale art raises money for Redwood County 4-H clubs

Farmfest visitors were greeted by friendly animals made out of hay bales, creations of local 4-Hers.

Working together to preserve working grasslands

Unique partners are collaborating to showcase the environmental benefits of cattle production.

Farmers, livestock welcome break from the heat

The heat and wind have taken a toll on our little creek that used to run through our place. It has officially dried up like it did in 2012. The garden hose has gotten longer.

Travels get interesting with a truck in the shop

Well, it was one of those weeks. Sometimes life would be a heck of a lot simpler if it just went as planned, but for some reason it doesn’t seem to happen that way.

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