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New Antibiotic Guidelines Set for 2023
Published March 7, 2022
Ranchers are being encouraged to seek out a veterinarian-client relationship to access antibiotics. Under the new FDA guidance, several antibiotics will no longer be available over the counter. NDSU Extension Livestock Stewardship Specialist Gerald Stokka says it should only impact…Avian Influenza Confirmed in South Dakota
Published March 7, 2022
Highly pathogenic avian influenza has been confirmed in a poultry flock in Charles Mix County, South Dakota. All of the birds in this commercial mixed species flock will be destroyed. This follows news of avian influenza cases in Missouri and…Another Continuing Resolution?
Published March 7, 2022
The latest continuing resolution to fund the government expires on Friday. House and Senate negotiators will likely add money for defense and humanitarian aid for Ukraine, but there is no agreement on other parts of this bill. Without action, Congress…Xi Repeats Food Security Message
Published March 7, 2022
Speaking to a political conference over the weekend, Chinese President Xi Jinping said the country should expand domestic crop production and not rely on the international market. Xi also called for the development of a seed industry in China, saying…Beet Stock Values
Published March 7, 2022
American Crystal Sugar Company beet stock trading continues to be in a lull. According to Acres & Shares, last week only 14 shares were brokered at an average price of $4,367.86 per share. “It’s been pretty quiet the past few…Holding Onto Calves During a Down Market
Published March 6, 2022
With corn and wheat markets up and feeder cattle future markets declining, should producers hold onto calves through this down market? Oklahoma State University Beef Nutrition Specialist Paul Beck says there’s a few things to consider, including size of cattle,…Russia-Ukraine Conflict Could Affect Feedstuffs
Published March 6, 2022
The Russia, Ukraine conflict will likely affect the futures grain markets for livestock feed. AgriLife Extension Service Grain Marketing Economist Mark Welch says the conflict in Russia and Ukraine has far-reaching implications for world grain. "That is a very important…Roseau County Landowners Release Map Opposing Project
Published March 6, 2022
The Roseau River Watershed District have been building a development project for three years. Institute for Justice Fellow Porter Enstrom says a group of local farmers are concerned it could flood productive farmland. "The Roseau River Watershed District has settled…United Soybean Board Appoints New Members
Published March 6, 2022
The USDA announced the appointment of nine farmers to serve on the United Soybean Board. Newly appointed farmer-leaders include Patrick O’Leary from Benson, Minnesota, Cindy Pulskamp from Hillsboro, North Dakota, and Tim Ostrem from Centerville, South Dakota. The United Soybean…