Jennifer Carrico

Preventing health risks on dairy and beef cattle farms can be more challenging than some other agricultural species due to cattle being outside. But having a good biosecurity plan can help prevent disease risks from entering the...

Excess moisture this hay season has led to more challenges for producers. Knowing how to manage these challenges can help ensure a good-quality hay bale that lasts.

The Perry, Iowa, Tyson pork plant ended production in June, but city officials think the facility could reopen with new ownership.

Collecting data on cattle helps with selection of replacements and dealing with challenges within a herd. Having a way to store that data can make improvements happen more quickly on a ranch like Silver Spur.

A family legacy in farming has to start with a tractor being added to the farm to help make it more productive. On our farm, it was a Farmall Super M that has been driven by four generations.

Wet conditions this spring and summer have led to saturated pastures and muddy lots. These conditions can cause cattle hoof problems, which eventually can lead to foot rot.

A family legacy in farming has to start with a tractor being added to the farm to help make it more productive. On our farm, it was a Farmall Super M that has been driven by four generations.

Inflation has led consumers to look for ways to save money on meat and other groceries, yet they are willing to pay for an experience that leads to a good memory for their family.

In an attempt to slow the spread of H5N1/HPAI in Iowa's livestock, surveillance zone testing is being conducted around a positive site.

Torrential rain in several northwest Iowa communities led to severe flooding with loss of animals, crops and property.

Treating pinkeye before it becomes a problem is important, but prevention can help even more. Commercial or autogenous vaccines can fight against bacteria causing pinkeye.

Preparing for heat stress can prevent losses for cattle producers. Experts give helpful advice to reduce problems because of heat and humidity.

The Beagle Brigade is part of the U.S. Customs and Border Protection working at ports of entry to protect the agricultural industry from potential risks coming into the country.

As summer fairs and shows are upon dairy exhibitors, states are developing regulations for bringing these cattle to be shown. Dairy exhibitors are being told they should contact their state departments of agriculture and the...

The long-term effect of drought and high prices has led to the smallest cowherd in more than 60 years. While many expect the herd to rebuild, it won't happen soon.

Pork producers had the worst year for profits they've seen since 1998 in 2023. This year has started better but continues to see several challenges. See what economists expect for the remainder of the year.

Branding is a historical way to provide identification of animals to a particular owner and is most common in the Western states. At Silver Spur Ranch's Colorado, Wyoming and Nebraska divisions, cattle carry the X-C brand.

Preventing problems with flies can help cattle producers reduce summer health problems and economic losses. Several different kinds of fly control are available and can be effective.

An EF-4 tornado ripped through several counties in southwest Iowa on May 21, leaving a massive path of destruction. It leveled farms, houses and businesses. A Presidential Disaster Declaration will help residents get assistance to...

A Colorado rancher was killed when lightning struck the trailer he was standing on to feed cattle after the herd had been worked. More than 30 head of cattle were also killed in the tragedy.

An increase in ticks this spring means to check yourself and your animals for these small insects to help prevent problems from tick-borne illnesses.

Iowa is the first in the nation to pass a bill protecting against the misbranding of fake meat products. It will also keep the products out of supplemental nutrition programs and schools.

USDA mandates testing all lactating dairy cows and reporting positive tests in hopes of preventing further spread of the H5N1 flu virus.

The long-term effect of drought and high prices has led to the smallest cowherd in more than 60 years. While many expect the herd to rebuild, it won't happen soon.

LSU researcher develops BRD vaccine that could help prevent most common cattle disease.

USDA's APHIS released its final ruling on cattle traceability, putting into place the requirement for certain classes of the cattle herd to have an electronic identification tag for interstate movement.