Opportunities for Animal Agriculture

North Dakota Livestock Alliance Executive Director Amber Wood is focused on growing animal agriculture in the state. During the North Dakota Livestock Summit, the two new dairies being built in eastern North Dakota were cited as success stories. “This will be the first new dairy herds in North Dakota since 2008, so we absolutely are at a pivotal point where we have got to get more dairy cows in North Dakota to get our infrastructure solidified.” Wood said there are also opportunities for growth in the swine industry due to the significant distances between swine barns, ensuring animals are raised in a healthy environment.