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The DTN domestic dried distillers grains price was sharply lower at an average of $160 per ton for the week-ended June 7.

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More moderate frame sizes in the cow herd can boost carcass values.

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Dogs can have allergies, just like people. The sooner you treat them, the less they will affect the coat and skin.

Drought in various areas across the Midwest is forcing livestock producers to find alternative sources of water as farm ponds and reservoirs dry out. If water does remain, there could be quality concerns associated with shallow water.

At the 22nd Annual Distillers Symposium, recently held in Des Moines, Iowa, many issues dealing with distillers grains were discussed. One important issue was the current outlook for DDGS exports as the market continues to remain competitive with other...

Many areas have been unable to shake drought conditions, or poor forage regrowth, this spring.

Sperm motility might be negatively affected by fescue.

One set of shipping rules nationwide would make life a lot simpler for cattle producers, but it's not likely.

China has allowed boneless U.S. beef from cattle under 30 months back in since last June, but the beef has to meet pretty stringent regulations, which leads to higher retail prices. Compounding the problem is the threat of a 25% tariff if U.S. and...

History tells us that a society must be able to abundantly feed itself before it can grow.

Cooperative partnerships, mentors and education help revive a rural community.

Sometimes calves behave strangely, but look close and there may be a good reason.

The federal regulation that led to claims in farm country that the EPA was attempting to regulate farm dust may be reformed by 2020.

The DTN domestic dried distillers grains price was stronger on average at $172 per ton for the week-ended May 10.

Another 2% increase is expected in per capita beef consumption this year.

A lost calf is lost profit, making a diagnosis of the cause, whenever possible, a priority.