Victoria Myers

Pregnant cows and heifers are susceptible to infection from a persistently infected bovine viral diarrhea virus (PI-BVDV) animal, making biosecurity and vaccinations at the right stage of production critical for prevention.

A new report from Rabobank highlights the good work U.S. beef producers are doing for the environment by being highly efficient.

DTN Lead Analyst Todd Hultman shares an outlook for new-crop pricing that is good news for row-croppers but challenging when it comes to livestock feed prices.

Hay producers with crop to sell this year will see their commodity in high demand as thousands of drought-hit ranchers race to shore up feed supplies and avoid widespread destocking.

DTN Livestock Analyst ShayLe Stewart encourages cow-calf producers to find ways to hold on to as much of the cow herd as possible, to avoid paying "astronomical prices" later.

Cattle producers can maximize per-pound sales prices with niche markets, but with that opportunity, there are challenges.

Market opportunities may exist this year in buying lightweight calves and adding weight primarily on forages.

Plant-based proteins aren't going away, but they may not be the threat to beef markets that adopters predict.

One cybersecurity group reports that, since the pandemic began, cyberattacks globally have increased 600%. In a highly publicized breach, JBS USA paid a ransom to get back control of its systems.

Today's remote handling systems for cattle build in user safety and animal welfare.

If the stars are going to line up for cattle producers this year, it's looking like it's going to be in the fourth quarter.

Missouri's Show-Me-Select heifer sales are a good indication of seasonal pricing for premium bred replacements.

Market pros say demand is high for cattle with the right kinds of certifications.

Demand continues to outpace supply of available farmland, setting the stage for another year of strong prices.

Land can become more drought and flood resistant with the use of proven sustainability practices.

How do you answer questions about beef and the environment? Some easy, factual answers from an animal health expert can help the next time you have questions from consumers.

Approached about an easement? Attorney Tiffany Dowell Lashmet says it's important to know your rights and not get rattled.

Cattle shippers in the South are watching fuel shortages and costs, as they plan out shipments for the coming days.

Cattle shippers in the South are watching fuel shortages as they plan out shipments for the coming days.

The push continues to convert consumers to a meatless diet, with a timeline set of 2035.

Environment should play a key role in refining the size and efficiency of a cow herd.

Rural and agricultural land prices continue strong, as demand outpaces supply in most areas.

Anticipating inflation around 3% this year, CoBank analysts present a mostly positive outlook for the agricultural industry in their latest quarterly report.

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High-risk calves lose value as feeders shift to less population-based management.

Organization provides assistance and accolades for women landowners and farm operators to embrace soil-saving practices.

As prices move in favor of producers, expect more upside the second half of the year.

A Kansas memory care home brings the farm to the residents.