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Ag Industry Responds to USDA Announcement
Published Yesterday
A statement released by National Milk Producers Federation President and CEO Gregg Doud said USDA’s action on testing and interstate movement of dairy cattle is appropriate. Doud also stressed milk is safe and pasteurization leaves all viruses inactive. Meat Institute…USDA Takes Proactive Step to Limit H5N1 Threat
Published Yesterday
In response to the threat of H5N1 Avian Influenza, USDA is taking action to protect the U.S. livestock industry. As of Monday, a negative test is needed before the interstate movement of dairy cattle. If cattle test positive, animal movement…Bunge-Viterra Merger Faces Competition Concerns
Published Yesterday
The merger between Bunge and Viterra has hit a hurdle. The Canadian Competition Council said the merger was “likely to result in substantial anti-competitive effects and a significant loss of rivalry between Viterra and Bunge in agricultural markets in Canada.”…Forging Trade Relationships with India
Published Yesterday
Under Secretary for Trade and Foreign Agricultural Affairs Alexis Taylor led a USDA trade mission to India. The delegation included officials from 47 agribusiness and farm organizations and 11 state agriculture departments. Taylor said India was an easy choice for…New Officer Team Installed
Published Yesterday
The Minnesota FFA 2024-2024 State Officer team was named during the final general session of the state convention. Lauren Stoel of Murray County Central is the new state president. There are three state officers from the Grand Rapids chapter; Emma…New School Meal Standards Announced
Published Yesterday
Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack announced a new rule for school meal standards. It emphasizes less sugar and sodium in school meals. "We continue to work with the dairy industry to provide options of flavored and unflavored milk, but with a…Friendly Fuel Saves For Consumers
Published April 23, 2024
South Dakota Corn is busy at work on behalf of corn growers throughout the state whether it's the Corn Growers Association advocating for policy issues, or the Corn Utilization Council working to maximize the value of checkoff dollars. Director of…Schaley: Planning for More Corn and Pinto Beans
Published April 23, 2024
At Niagara, North Dakota, Randy Schaley was able to start seeding his spring wheat between rains. Going into this spring, Schaley has made some small adjustments to his acreage mix. "We're going to do a little more corn than what…Cow Prices Soar Thanks to Lean Beef Trimmings
Published April 23, 2024
Ninety percent lean beef trimming, used in ground beef formulations, has been trading at record-high prices. Perham Stockyards and Tri-County Stockyards owner Mitch Barthel says it’s a combination of things that has beef prices soaring. "The Covid shortage from two…