Livestock Articles
A Bright Outlook for U.S. Sheep Industry
Published November 30, 2020
After a tough year due to COVID-19, American Sheep Industry Association Senior Policy and Information Director Chase Adams says the outlook for 2021 is bright. "We were able to get direct payments to producers. That certainly helped bridge the gap.…Adjusting to Consumer Demand for a Smaller Bird
Published November 30, 2020
As the holiday season begins, turkey growers are already thinking of 2021. Minnesota Turkey Research and Promotion Council Vice-President Pete Klaphake says demand for a 20-pound turkey will be the target. "Right now, we're selling birds that weigh less than…Rising Feed Costs May Challenge Pork and Poultry in 2021
Published November 30, 2020
Rabobank Senior Animal Protein Analyst Christine McCracken says rising feed costs may become an issue for the pork and poultry sectors in 2021. "It may impact the availability and costs of protein going forward. Higher corn and meal will be…Minnesota Beef Update
Published November 25, 2020
Mark Malecek serves as chairman of the Minnesota Beef Council. Learn more about the Beef Checkoff in this edition of the Minnesota Beef Update.How One MN Turkey Farmer Prepared for a COVID Thanksgiving
Published November 25, 2020
When the COVID-19 pandemic began, Minnesota turkey growers were already thinking about the 2020 holiday season. Northern Pride, LLC, a turkey processing facility in Thief River Falls, Minnesota, adapted to meet demand, but it wasn't easy. Turkey grower and co-op…COVID Assistance Outlined at I-BAND Meeting
Published November 23, 2020
North Dakota livestock producers have received nearly $213 million in CFAP and CFAP 2 payments to date. North Dakota Senator John Hoeven made that point when addressing the Independent Beef Association of North Dakota over the weekend. Under CFAP 2,…Ag Technology Critical to Addressing Climate
Published November 23, 2020
With climate change policies anticipated with a Biden Administration, Croplife America President and CEO Chris Novak says the crop protection industry is eager to have a seat at the table. "Farmers are already using conservation tillage and no-till systems. Farmers…Latest Cattle on Feed Report Within Trade Expectations
Published November 23, 2020
Placements totaled 2.1 million head. That’s down 11 percent from one year ago and the lowest October placement level since 2016. The number of cattle and calves on feed totaled 12 million head. That’s one percent above last year and…Weekend Pork Protest in Taiwan
Published November 23, 2020
Taipei, Taiwan was the site of massive protests over the weekend. The annual protest march organized by labor included demonstrations about U.S. pork imports. As of January 1, Taiwan will accept imports of U.S. pork containing ractopamine and U.S. beef…