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Farm Progress America, September 29, 2022

Max Armstrong reports on a new study from the University of Missouri in cooperation with CoBank looking at the rising value of off-farm employment for agriculture. It’s an important tool for providing steady income as well as insurance and other benefits for those living on the farm. This shows a greater link between the farm […]

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Barloo/Willemenup sale tops at $8750 | Farm Weekly

With the $7250 third top-priced ram, a Barloo Merino which sold to the Meyer family, Mulloorie stud, Brinkworth, South Australia, were Barloo/Willemenup co-principal Fraser House (left), Elders State general manager WA Nick Fazekas, Barloo/Willemenup co-principal Richard House and Nutrien Livestock Breeding representative Mitchell Crosby, who purchased the ram for the Meyer family. Click to check […]

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Asian Longhorn tick: Another species to watch for

Ticks are always a concern for humans and animals, but a new one is at the forefront and the invasive little creature is making itself known. The Asian Longhorn tick was most recently found in Missouri. The state veterinarian confirmed the presence in northern Missouri earlier this week. This marks the 18th state to confirm […]

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Make or break day for Cattle Australia looms

Next Tuesday, October 4, 2022, is shaping as the make or break day for Cattle Australia. At 11am, two groups of Cattle Council of Australia members will vote in a special general meeting on the recently released constitution of Cattle Australia. One group comprises the eight State Farming Organisations, which are the founding members of […]

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Beef industry’s better genetics reduce carbon emissions

“General genetic improvement in the North American beef herd is doing a good job of improving emissions intensity. Improving profitability and production efficiency through genetic selection is doing a good job for the carbon footprint of beef,” explained John Crowley, a consultant with AbacusBio Ltd. Crowley was a featured speaker during the 2022 Beef Improvement […]

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