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USDA Expands CFAP Benefits for Livestock Producers

Published Today

On Friday, the USDA expanded eligibility for livestock producers in the Coronavirus Food Assistance Program. American Farm Bureau Federation Economist Michael Nepveux says there will be an additional top-up payment for hog producers. "This actually goes back to the first…

ND Farmers Should Prepare for Persisting Drought Conditions

Published January 15, 2021

North Dakota farmers need to be prepared if drought conditions persist this year. That’s according NDSU Extension specialists. Much of the Dakotas and Minnesota are experiencing dry conditions. In fact, 62 percent of North Dakota is in severe drought with…

FMD Confirmed in Southern Africa

Published January 15, 2021

Foot and Mouth Disease has been confirmed for the second time in a matter of months in Namibia. The National Cattlemen’s Beef Association has released a statement, saying this is a serious concern for U.S. cattle producers. The NCBA wants…

National Pork Producers Council Comments on Gene Editing Rule

Published January 14, 2021

The National Pork Producers Council submitted comments to the USDA this week on a proposed rule for gene editing in livestock. In those comments, the council said the U.S. has been at a disadvantage compared to others like the European…

SD Pork Congress Starts on Wednesday

Published January 11, 2021

The South Dakota Pork Congress will be held this week in Sioux Falls. Executive Director Glenn Muller says parts of the event will also be live-streamed on Facebook and meetings will be available on Zoom. "If members want input in…

Minnesota Beef Update

Published January 6, 2021

It's a new year, and the Minnesota Beef Council is letting beef producers know how checkoff dollars are being put to work. Find out more from Director of Industry Relations Royalee Rhoads in the latest Minnesota Beef Update.

Managing Feed Input Costs

Published January 5, 2021

The rally in corn and soybeans is putting pressure on the livestock and poultry industries. National Pork Board CEO Bill Even said demand for meat protein will need to be strong to offset the higher feed bill. "Certainly, the folks…

John Deere Introduces New Line of Mower Conditioners

Published January 4, 2021

It’s never too early to plan for 2021, especially when it comes to securing reliable haying equipment. That's why John Deere is encouraging livestock producers to check out their new line of hay mower conditioners on the market. "They are…

A Positive Outlook for 2021 Milk Prices

Published January 4, 2021

Milk prices have been on a wild ride this past year. Demand is one factor that plays into the 2021 price forecast. According to Commodity Risk Management Group broker Mike North, dairy producers should go into the New Year with…

COVID Has Heightened Consumer Awareness

Published January 4, 2021

Consumer perceptions and awareness has been heightened by COVID-19. People are more interested in where their food comes from and who raises it. Animal Agriculture Alliance communications specialist Emily Solis says this has created an unique opportunity to spread a…

Livestock Articles

USDA Expands CFAP Benefits for Livestock Producers

ND Farmers Should Prepare for Persisting Drought Conditions

FMD Confirmed in Southern Africa

National Pork Producers Council Comments on Gene Editing Rule

SD Pork Congress Starts on Wednesday

Minnesota Beef Update

Managing Feed Input Costs

John Deere Introduces New Line of Mower Conditioners

A Positive Outlook for 2021 Milk Prices

COVID Has Heightened Consumer Awareness

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