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A Shrinking Cattle Supply and Higher Meat Prices

Published June 10, 2022

Northern Crops Marketing and Investments President Brad Paulson thinks the cattle supply is shrinking. "There are talks about smaller feedlots and the independent farmers with 200 head on the farm. They've been pushing these cattle out lighter and earlier, because…

Finding the Right Balance of Nutrients for Livestock

Published June 6, 2022

Varying pasture conditions mean forage nutrients will also differ depending on location. NDSU Extension Livestock Systems Specialist Janna Block says a forage analysis can pay big dividends for a livestock herd. "Even in a drought situation, the forage mineral analysis…

Avian Influenza Takes Heavy Toll on Poultry Industry

Published March 18, 2022

The current outbreak of Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza is hitting egg-laying flocks the hardest. According to the USDA, laying hens account for two-thirds of this year’s toll at 7.65 million birds. At least 17 of the more than 30 confirmed…

Firmer Cattle Markets, Top Heavy Hog Markets

Published February 7, 2022

The live cattle market traded firmer last week. U.S. Commodities President Don Roose says the cattle cycle is positive. "Slaughter is increasing and packers are starting to chase the cattle markets. There's more beef in the pipeline, but the cycle…

Proposition 12 Put On Hold

Published January 26, 2022

The Sacramento County Superior Court determined the state implemented Proposition 12 without clear rules on how it would be enforced. In 2018, California voters approved this law establishing housing requirements for pigs, egg laying hens and veal calves. That obligation…

Ag Committee Takes Closer Look at Livestock Industry

Published October 8, 2021

The House Agriculture Committee considered the state of the livestock industry in a hearing on Thursday. Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack testified about the importance of creating a resilient and efficient meat processing system, supporting smaller processors and expanding capacity. "There's…

North Dakota’s Livestock Industry Has Growth Potential

Published October 4, 2021

More soybean crush facilities being built in North Dakota could encourage growth in the state’s livestock industry. North Dakota Livestock Alliance Executive Director Amber Boeshans sees potential for growth in many areas. "What comes first, the chicken or the egg?…

Burgum Waives Restrictions for Truckers Helping ND Livestock Producers

Published September 25, 2021

North Dakota Governor Doug Burgum issued an executive order waiving the hours of service, weight, width, height restrictions and fees for commercial truckers hauling hay, water and livestock in North Dakota. While the dry conditions are improving slightly, nearly all…

Parade of Champions – Sydnee Johnson

Published August 23, 2021

Sixteen-year-old Sydnee Johnson of Zap, North Dakota has shown goats and beef cattle throughout her 4-H career. A few years ago, Johnson and her four siblings decided to full commit themselves to the organization. "My older sister had to pick…

Parade of Champions – Bridger Mongeau

Published August 2, 2021

Bridger Mongeau is from the Barnesville/Moorhead, Minnesota area and shows pigs and horses. "I made a state fair trip with my horses and won grand champion market barrow, grand champion market gilt and overall supreme showman." Ahead of the fair,…

Articles tagged under: livestock

A Shrinking Cattle Supply and Higher Meat Prices

Finding the Right Balance of Nutrients for Livestock

Avian Influenza Takes Heavy Toll on Poultry Industry

Firmer Cattle Markets, Top Heavy Hog Markets

Proposition 12 Put On Hold

Ag Committee Takes Closer Look at Livestock Industry

North Dakota’s Livestock Industry Has Growth Potential

Burgum Waives Restrictions for Truckers Helping ND Livestock Producers

Parade of Champions – Sydnee Johnson

Parade of Champions – Bridger Mongeau

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