Livestock Articles
Midwest Dairy Launches New Strategic Plan
Published January 28, 2021
Midwest Dairy launched a new three-year strategic plan earlier this month. The new plan takes into consideration lessons learned in the COVID pandemic with objectives to boost dairy sales, advance dairy research and grow trust in dairy nutrition. Midwest Dairy…Minnesota Beef Update
Published January 27, 2021
The National Cattlemen's Beef Association will host policy meetings during their Winter Reboot Conference this coming week. Learn more from Minnesota State Cattlemen's Association Executive Director Allison VanDerWal in the Beef Update.Milk Production Rises
Published January 26, 2021
U.S. milk production topped 18 billion pounds in December. That’s up more than three percent from December of 2019. Minnesota milk output is up five percent. Cow numbers total 455,000 head, up 10,000 head from last year. South Dakota milk…Livestock Dealer Trust Provides Added Protection for Unpaid Sellers
Published January 25, 2021
A Livestock Dealer Trust was established in the omnibus spending bill passed by Congress last month. This gives unpaid sellers of livestock additional protection, but it only applies if the entity being sold to is a livestock dealer. "As long…Steps to Aid in Livestock Development
Published January 23, 2021
There are opportunities in livestock development, and a solid plan will pay dividends. Ty Eschenbaum with A-1 Development Solutions said the first key to success is to define your goals. "If you've already taken your current resources into account and…USDA Working Through Wool Pricing Challenges
Published January 22, 2021
The lack of transparency in the wool market has created problems determining wool prices for USDA loan prepayment rates and subsequent Loan Deficiency Payment rates. Montevideo, Minnesota sheep producer Bob Padula says confidentiality rules are one of the issues. "If…FSA Programs Available for Minnesota Livestock Producers
Published January 22, 2021
As farmers and ranchers know all too well, Mother Nature is very unpredictable. However, there are safety net programs in place to help alleviate any losses that result. Thursday evening, the Minnesota Farm Service Agency, in conjunction with the Minnesota…Good Demand for High Quality, Long-Time Weaned Calves
Published January 22, 2021
Feeder cattle continue to move through auction barns across the Northern Plains. There is good demand for high quality, long-time weaned calves with moderate flesh condition. Stockmen’s Livestock Exchange at Dickinson, North Dakota had approximately 3,000 head at Thursday’s sale.…Minnesota Beef Update
Published January 20, 2021
What do NASCAR and beef have in common? Learn more from Minnesota Beef Council Director of Industry Relations Royalee Rhoads in this edition of the Minnesota Beef Update.