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At the Michigan Livestock Expo, two sisters share how showing livestock has shaped their lives and strengthened their connection to agriculture.
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Feral swine cause more than $3.4 billion in annual damage to crops, pastures, soils, water resources, and wildlife habitat. They can also carry diseases threatening livestock and people.
USDA says farmers and landowners have until Aug. 31 to review or dispute newly assigned base acres that could expand eligibility for farm safety net programs.
Analysts question U.S. cattle herd expansion as a meatpacker class action advances, and the USDA moves forward with reopening Mexican cattle trade to balance biosecurity risks.
Industry leaders say expanding ethanol markets overseas could increase demand for U.S. production.
Lawmakers are expected to debate E15, commodity programs and other provisions during Thursday’s markup.
Federal officials are nearing the end of investigations into potential criminal and civil violations by fertilizer manufacturers.
Strong demand is keeping grain moving, but higher transportation costs could pressure producer returns.
Analysts say revisions and weaker breeding numbers suggest meaningful herd rebuilding has yet to begin.
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University of Nebraska President Dr. Jeffrey Gold shares tips for helping children transition into the new school year.
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National 4-H Council’s Heather Elliott discusses the Roth Scholars Program, how the Leadership Academy prepares young people for the future, and the community impact created by the program’s first class.
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Fifth-generation Iowa farmer and social media influencer Cole “The Cornstar” shares about his appearance on SharkFarmer and why he is passionate about sharing agriculture’s story with consumers.
A great backyard game space brings everyone together, from friendly competition to family fun. In this episode, Doug Scott shows how to create your own using Kubb, a Swedish yard game that combines bowling and horseshoes.
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