Livestock Articles
‘Invigorating’ Scenario for ND Animal Agriculture
Published June 20, 2023
There is growing interest in expanding animal agriculture in North Dakota. North Dakota Livestock Alliance Executive Director Amber Wood describes the current situation with one word--invigorating. "I would say the announcement of the soybean crush plant and the different actions…Flood Reduction Project Phase One Complete
Published June 19, 2023
The city of Newfolden, Minnesota held a ribbon cutting for phase one of its flood prevention project. The city was declared part of the flood plain in 2015. Middle-Snake-Tamarac Watershed District Chairman Bill Petersen says the involvement of the MSTWD…The Feed Bill Continues to Escalate
Published June 19, 2023
While feeder cattle prices remain high, Stockman’s Livestock co-owner and auctioneer Dan Koupal says input costs have also increased. “The average age of the farmer is getting higher all the time and we’ve got less people doing it so basically…MN Beef Update
Published June 16, 2023
In the latest Minnesota Beef Update, Minnesota State Cattlemen's Association Membership Chair Angie Ford talks about the July 18th summer beef tour.Supplements Can Adds Pounds Down the Road
Published June 16, 2023
With cattle on grass, producers may consider mineral supplements. NDSU Extension Beef Cattle Specialist Zac Carlson worked on recent research dealing with the impact of trace minerals in cattle. "One of the findings was an improvement in weaning weight of…‘Cattle Markets on a Tear’
Published June 15, 2023
After a few difficult years, cattle producers finally have the upper hand. "We're finally in a position where we have good news with weather, moisture and markets," said Jason Leiseth, president, North Dakota Stockmen's Association. Leiseth believes the rebound in…Watch Water Quality During Summer Heat
Published June 15, 2023
Clean, reliable water sources are vital for livestock. "If water isn't of adequate quality, it can impact intake and therefore gains," explained Miranda Meehan, livestock and environmental stewardship specialist, NDSU Extension. Most water sources are at acceptable levels in the…Dairy Margins in the Red
Published June 15, 2023
Class III milk prices have slipped into the high $15 level, causing problems for the entire dairy industry. AgResource Company President Dan Basse says it is a demand issue. "It's really a problem in the whey market; China has not…Legislative Solution to Prop 12 Introduced
Published June 15, 2023
A bill is being introduced in the Senate to prevent states from enacting laws that affect farm production in other states. This proposal is in response to California’s Proposition 12, which was upheld by the U.S. Supreme Court. North Dakota…