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Program Recognizes Young Producers of High Quality Beef
The Noble Research Institute Junior Beef Excellence Program recognizes 4-H and FFA members for their ability to raise steers that yield high quality beef. Participants exhibit their steers at local...
Do high nitrogen prices justify feeding soybean hulls?
According to the United States Department of Agriculture, the price of nitrogen fertilizer increased more than 120 percent between 2000 and 2007. More alarming are the unexpected periods when the price of nitrogen spikes well above the trend price.
Producers react to changes in crop insurance choices
A look at what changed when the 2014 Farm Bill came out.
Cattle Market Mobile app provides reports, tools
Mobile App Review: Cattle Market Mobile allows producers to check cattle prices for almost 300 locations nationwide.
American Pecan Board establishes marketing order
The Federal Marketing Order was created to benefit the domestic and global pecan market.
New crop insurance option protects producers
The USDA established the Rainfall Index Annual Forage Plan in May 2013. The program offers castrophic risk and/or buy-up coverage to producers who annually plant crops used for livestock feed.
New animal identification rules aid disease traceability
The USDA has initiated the Animal Disease Traceability Program to track interstate livestock movement. The new rule replaces the previous unpopular version of the National Animal Identification System and pertains to all livestock, including cattle, horses, sheep and goats.
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A resurging interest in cover crops raises a new set of practical questions from farmers looking to improve soil health.
How to Start a Community Garden
Community gardens can provide solutions to a diverse range of unmet needs for communities focused on sustainable agriculture, at-risk youth, mental health and food insecurities.
Managing Pastures Before and During Drought
Pasture managers may dread droughts. However, with proper planning and preparation, they can minimize the damage and keep operations running smoothly.