Livestock Articles
May Milk Production Moves Slightly Higher
Published June 20, 2018
U.S. milk production edged higher in the month of May, totaling just under 18 billion pounds. That’s up nearly one percent from a year ago. In Minnesota, milk production was unchanged. Cow numbers were unchanged from April, but down 5,000…China Hits the U.S. ‘Sweet Spot’
Published June 19, 2018
Van Ahn and Company market analyst Kristi Van Ahn says Tuesday's lower soybeans are impacted by U.S. tariff on China. "This is a big deal. We saw this scare earlier in the spring when President Trump started to talk tariffs.…Dairy Forum Will Connect Farmers and Consumers
Published June 18, 2018
The Midwest Dairy Association is hosting an inaugural Dairy Experience Forum in Bloomington, Minnesota next month (July 24-26). CEO Lucas Lentsch says it’s a good time to convene the dairy community and connect with consumers. "We're really working to make…USCA Leader Appreciates New Trade Approach
Published June 18, 2018
Mandan, North Dakota rancher Kenny Graner was part of the face-to-face meeting with Trump Administration officials Friday. Graner is happy with the tough talk on trade. "It is a breath of fresh air." Graner, who is president of the U.S.…Drought Recovery Remains Top-of-Mind for ND Ranchers
Published June 15, 2018
Livestock producers have received much-needed moisture this spring. However, parts of western and north central North Dakota remain on the U.S. Drought Monitor map. Moving into a new grazing season, North Dakota Stockmen’s Association Executive Vice President Julie Ellingson says…A Demand for Forage Crops
Published June 15, 2018
Minot farmers are seeding more forage crops after the recent rains. Dakota Agronomy Partners Agronomy Manager Jeff Heil says farmers are looking to supplement their feed supply. "Since some of the early hay crops and pastures were hurt a little bit,…ND Stockmen’s Association to hold Feedlot Tour
Published June 15, 2018
The 16th annual North Dakota Stockmen's Association Feedlot Tour will bring cattle producers to feedlots near Spiritwood and Marion. NDSA President Warren Zenker says the tour provides valuable information for those interested in the business. "You get to see what…Daugaard Requests Disaster Declaration
Published June 15, 2018
South Dakota Governor Dennis Daugaard is requesting a Presidential Disaster Declaration for Campbell, McPherson and Walworth Counties in the state. The request stems from May flooding following storms dropping more than 13 inches of rain and causing a dam to breach…USDA Settles Case with Central Livestock Association
Published June 14, 2018
Central Livestock Association, which is based at South St. Paul, has paid a $2,000 penalty for alleged violations of the Packers and Stockyards Act. Central Livestock comingled cattle from different consigners and failed to maintain the identity of each seller’s…