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  • Calves receive their first round of vaccinations at Copeland & Sons Herefords at branding time. (DTN photo by Jennifer Carrico)

    View From the Range

    Copeland & Sons Herefords prioritizes cattle health through strategic vaccination programs starting before birth. The ranch's comprehensive approach includes mineral supplementation, multiple vaccine rounds, and stress reduction techniques at weaning to ensure optimal...

  • Farmers and farm workers need to be aware of heat stress and the negative effects, according to the Upper Midwest Agricultural Safety and Health Center. (DTN file photo)

    UMASH: Watch for Heat-Related Illnesses

    With high temperatures and high humidity this week, farmers and farm workers need to be aware of heat stress. Symptoms of heat stress can be difficult to recognize but can quickly worsen, causing illness or even death.

  • Childhood summers on the farm were defined by specific tasks such as picking strawberries. (DTN/Progressive Farmer photo by Katie Pratt)

    Our Rural Roots

    Blogger Katie Pratt says strawberries can be the basis of summer traditions that span generations.

  • Many lessons are learned at county fairs. Youth learn responsibility when caring for their animals. (DTN/Progressive Farmer photo by Jennifer Carrico)

    Editors' Notebook

    County fairs teach youth essential life skills including work ethic, resilience and responsibility through project completion. These events provide valuable lessons in communication, politeness, sportsmanship and appreciation that serve participants well throughout their lives.

  • An American flag waves proudly from the grain leg at Henderson Farms where Stuart Sanderson is a partner. (DTN photo by Brent Warren)

    View From the Cab

    The DTN View From the Cab farmers continue to eye the weather and the challenges, but sweet corn makes things better as long as you can keep it away from the critters.

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