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The seed to carry on her grandfather's legacy was planted long ago for Lillie Beringer-Crock and her farm family.

"Cherry eye" in dogs is treatable. Unfortunately, it is heritable, so strong consideration should be given in deciding whether to breed a dog that has been treated for the condition.

As the market rallies into the first weeks of 2026, now is the time for cattlemen to decide their marketing strategies for the year ahead.

A daughter's idea to bring her cow to visit care center residents, especially former farmers, brought immense joy. Simple acts of kindness can brighten lives.

The legislation allows schools to serve full-fat milk as well as low-fat and no-fat milk, but it also eases access to plant-based alternatives. The National School Lunch Program serves nearly 30 million children daily and allowing sales of whole milk is...

New World screwworm threatens the Texas cattle industry as Mexican cases move closer to the border. Officials use the sterile insect technique to combat the deadly pest.

Recent beef cattle enterprise budgets show favorable financial conditions for producers, especially cow-calf producers. However, markets can quickly change, according to Jacob Hefley, MU Extension field specialist in agricultural business.

An aborted or stillborn calf is like a slap in the face for cattlemen. Unfortunately, diagnosing the cause can be difficult and costly.

In a wide-ranging speech on Monday, Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins called for E15 legislation and touched on some challenges facing farmers. But she also pointed to several major policy wins for farmers under the Trump administration.

The Trump administration on Jan. 7 released the new 2025-2030 Dietary Guidelines for Americans. At a briefing unveiling the new guidelines, White House Press Secretary Karoline Levitt said the Trump administration has reversed the food pyramid, putting...

The Chinese government on Dec. 31 announced tighter limits on beef imports for three years. U.S. beef exports to China have fallen dramatically this year because of the trade war, but the moves could limit U.S. efforts to lift those export volumes...

Producers should make sure they have adequate bunk or trough space for their cattle; otherwise, some cattle might not be getting enough to eat.

Venezuela's leadership change may boost U.S. agricultural exports beyond the current $753.21 million, with opportunities for both food and technology.

Sometimes we need to take time to fully write out our thoughts and think things through clearly. Other times, some simple nuggets of wisdom help shape sound thoughts and business decisions.

Agriculture is a cyclical business, and row-crop economics are facing headwinds. Here are a few contingency-plan categories to consider if you are working through a downturn on your farm or ranch.

Copeland and Sons Herefords ranch spans six generations in New Mexico. The family improves cattle genetics and land while building a legacy for future generations.

No. 5 on DTN's list of the Top 10 Ag Stories of the Year focuses on the historically low cattle inventory. The smaller supply has been met with high demand for beef, which has seen historically high prices.

While a bull that comes up short in a key anatomical area can in fact breed cows, there are a lot of reasons to resist the temptation to use him for anything more than hamburger.