Jun 18, 2013

Livestock

The House Dairy Debate

Dairy’s controversial market stabilization program comes under the spotlight this week. MORE>

Bulls, heavy machinery and slippery manure pits all pose hazards. Utilize these safety precautions to avoid an accident. MORE>

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Stewart-Peterson's Bob Devenport reports on dairy prices' recent struggles. MORE>

Using a partial budget to analyze the adoption of technology. MORE>

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Potato Leafhoppers Found in South Dakota Alfalfa
06/18/2013
Fields should be scouted every week following the first cutting of alfalfa.
Sushi Aid in $1 Trillion Farm Bill Angers Watchdogs
06/18/2013
Tucked deep in the 1,198-page U.S. House farm bill is an initiative to guarantee prices for sushi rice. So too is insurance for alfalfa and a marketing plan for Christmas trees.
Managing for Mastitis in Dairy Housing Systems
06/18/2013
University of Kentucky dairy scientist is leading efforts to measure the incidences of mastitis in a relatively new housing system that is gaining popularity among producers.
Pork Producers Hope to Break Down Trade Barriers
06/18/2013
As pork producers gear up for another volatile year, it’s opening new trade doors that remains a top concern for leaders in the pork industry.
The House Dairy Debate
06/17/2013
Dairy’s controversial market stabilization program comes under the spotlight this week.
Soybeans 85% Planted, USDA Says
06/17/2013
Soybean planting is getting close to being back on track. Also, see the first round of soybean crop condition reports.
Corn Planting Comes to a Close
06/17/2013
Check out this week’s round of crop condition ratings. More than 30% remains in fair, poor or very poor condition.