Livestock Articles
Disease Prevention, Reproductive Efficiency Needed for Heifer Retention
Published February 2, 2024
The beef cow inventory is at its lowest level in over 50 years. Boehringer Ingelheim Professional Services Veterinarian Dr. Lee Jones believes heifer retention depends on good pasture conditions. "You see on social media that people are running out of…ND Pork Sector Ready for a Change in the Market Cycle
Published February 2, 2024
The last state legislative session was friendly to pork production. “We saw some of the restrictions with the cooperate farming law loosened up and saw some funds set aside for county site assessments for livestock-friendly county designations,” said Tamra Heins,…Room for Optimism in the Hog Market
Published February 2, 2024
Easton, Minnesota pig farmer Dale Stevermer delivered the keynote address at the North Dakota Livestock Summit. Stevermer, who is a member of the National Pork Board, said the economy has been difficult for producers. “Demand in ’21 and ’22 went…Added Value Opportunities in ND
Published February 2, 2024
The State of North Dakota offers several programs to help farmers and ranchers add value to their commodities. Commerce Department Manager of Ag and Bioenergy Development Kevin Sonsalla suggests looking at a couple of options to get started. “There’s a…Bartholomay Kattle Kompany Earns Regional ESAP
Published February 2, 2024
A Sheldon, North Dakota cow-calf operation is one of six finalists for the Environmental Stewardship Award Program national recognition. Bartholomay Kattle Kompany was recognized for its conservation efforts, including rotational grazing, cover crops and no-till farming. Keith and Karl Bartholomay…NDSU @ CattleCon
Published February 2, 2024
NDSU was part of the CattleCon24 Trade Show in an effort to recruit students for its animal science program. "You get all the opportunities of a big program, but with the individualized teaching of a smaller program," explained Erin Beyer, assistant…A High Tech Business Continues to Evolve
Published February 2, 2024
During the Cattle Industry Convention, there were sessions on new technologies, like artificial intelligence. "I found that just incredibly interesting and a little bit overwhelming," said Hillary Paplow, who is a member of the Minnesota Beef Council. "Our kids that are…Action Needed on Tax Provisions
Published February 2, 2024
North Dakota Stockmen’s Association Past President Dan Rorvig has chaired the NCBA Tax and Credit Committee for the past two years. The Mayville rancher said several significant tax provisions are scheduled to sunset at the end of 2025. "Currently, we're…Dairy Beef Providing a Positive Eating Experience for Consumers
Published February 2, 2024
With the popularity of the dairy/beef cross, Minnesota Beef Council Executive Director Kelly Schmidt says Beef Checkoff research is looking at muscle cuts and consistency. "We've seen the number of cattle that are dairy and beef cross increasing every year…