Livestock Articles
Income Up for Zoetis
Published February 17, 2023
For the full year, Zoetis reports net income of $2.1 billion. That's up four percent from 2021. In the fourth quarter, net come totaled $461 million, up 11 percent from one year ago.Growing Gut Health
Published February 16, 2023
Elanco Animal Health Beef Cattle Technical Consultant Frank White says there’s been a new focus on gut health in livestock and a live yeast may be the answer to promoting gut health. "We found that the gut is the first…MN Beef Update
Published February 16, 2023
Applications have opened up for the Top of the Class program. Minnesota Beef Council Director of Industry Relations Jon Dilworth discusses benefits of joining Top of the Class in the latest Minnesota Beef Update.Vaccination Program Benefits
Published February 15, 2023
A good vaccination program considers a livestock producers’ environment and herd management. An effective vaccination program delivers a positive return-on-investment. "Calves that have been well vaccinated will boost a buyer's confidence and bring a premium," explained Thatch Winslow, beef cattle…Temperature Fluctuation Impacts Young Calves
Published February 15, 2023
The back-and-forth weather could result in more health problems in calves. "The classical pneumonia case with the rollercoaster of temperatures will stimulate respiratory issues with younger animals," said Zac Carlson, beef cattle specialist, NDSU Extension. Carlson reminds producers to ensure…UM Researchers Announce ASF Breakthrough
Published February 14, 2023
University of Minnesota researchers have identified a breakthrough in in its efforts to develop mitigation strategies against African Swine Fever. University of Minnesota Associate Professor Declan Schroeder says a new study found ASF was able to survive up to 100…Pros and Cons for Raw Milk
Published February 13, 2023
State Representative Dawson Holle is sponsoring a bill that would alllow dairy farms to sell raw milk directly to consumers in North Dakota. The House Agriculture Committee heard testimony both in favor of and in opposition to the bill this…A “Pop” in the Market
Published February 13, 2023
Napoleon Livestock Auction co-owner Paul Bitz has been waiting for a pop in the market. "Feeder calves are on fire compared to where we were two years ago," said Bitz. "Cattle have been $100 per head higher in a ten-day…Cattle Price Discovery Act Reintroduced
Published February 11, 2023
The Cattle Price Discovery and Transparency Act has been reintroduced in Congress. U.S. Cattlemen’s Association President Justin Tupper is happy to see the bill back on the table. "We're disappointed it never made it to the floor during the last…