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Feeding bulls during introduction may distract them from fighting and ease the transition.

USDA's Economic Research Service released an updated look at farm income and finances on Sept. 3. Farm income was boosted by strong livestock cash receipts and higher government payments. Still, USDA projects a typical farm household will lose money...

A gathering of between 400 and 500 farmers from northeast Arkansas underscored that even as USDA projects overall net farm income to rise this year, income for crop farmers is actually projected to fall...

Copeland & Sons Herefords in New Mexico manages year-round cattle grazing using large pastures. The ranch focuses on proper nutrition and water management for success.

Wet Midwestern weather causes late-season corn diseases but poses fewer silage cutting concerns. Producers should carefully inspect fields before cutting them and test for mycotoxins.

Early treatment for founder, or laminitis, is crucial to prevent further damage. Contact your veterinarian as soon as you notice any issues.

A new report from CoBank shows the U.S. dairy replacement heifer supply is at a 20-year low. Replacement heifer supplies could fall even further over the next two years before a possible recovery begins in 2027. High calf prices have led dairy...

Renewable Energy Farmers of America is a new organization launched to help farmers deal with lease issues and other challenges related to renewable energy projects such as solar, wind or high-voltage transmission lines. Just as the group got started...

The CDC has confirmed the first human case of New World screwworm in a Maryland resident returning from El Salvador travel. The case is raising concerns in the livestock industry over the safety of the U.S. herd as well as a lack of government...

A southwest Montana bull tested positive for brucellosis. The infected animal was euthanized, and its originating herd is under quarantine.

Producers should consider the withdrawal time of vaccines and dewormers when treating cattle before selling them.

The European Union has long maintained an agricultural trade surplus with the U.S., but agricultural groups are optimistic after the Trump administration tied tariffs on European autos to opening up more access to U.S. agriculture.

Enterprise Ireland, the country's trade and investment arm, showed off some of the country's latest agricultural equipment. Iowa Gov. Kim Reynolds, a Republican, and Kansas Gov. Laura Kelly, a Democrat, also each spoke with Irish officials about both...

A comprehensive approach to bull management is recommended for cow-calf producers, especially right after the completion of the breeding season. Management should include nutrition supplementation after the season, a soundness exam before the...

Agriculture Secretary Rollins announced an $850 million federal investment to combat New World screwworm threatening U.S. livestock. A proposed Texas facility will produce 300 million sterile flies weekly.

Eleven state attorneys general support South Dakota ranchers' lawsuit against major meat packers over alleged misleading "Product of USA" labels.

Cattle producers should talk with their veterinarian to see if brucellosis vaccination makes sense.

The Trump administration's lead agricultural negotiator said her office recognizes the need to get new trade deals in place by harvest to boost market access. At a conference on Aug. 13, governors and others expressed optimism in the administration's...