Tenterfield steers to $1632
It has been a tough week for weaners with some serious corrections in the market but quality Angus continued to pull fair bids during Tenterfield’s store sale on Thursday. Click to check the original article.
Hereford feeding programs reap rewards for participants
“We would all love to identify that one bull that does it all — easy birth weight, his cattle all grow, and they all grade well and feed well,” says Lee Mayo, general manager of HRC Feed Yards, Scott City, Kan. “The only way to get the information needed to identify that bull is by […]
Indiana Grazing Schools return | Beef Magazine
From the Indiana Forage Council and Purdue Extension, the Indiana Grazing School program returns this June. Livestock producers will have the opportunity to gain hands-on training in implementing improved grazing systems. The program is also hosted by the U.S. Department of Agriculture Natural Resources Conservation Service and the North Central Sustainable Agriculture Research and Education […]
Accelerating practical solutions for agriculture
A new effort to better connect food and agriculture leaders with real-world field experience has kicked off in the Chicago area. Farm Foundation, an accelerator of practical solutions for agriculture, recently started the 2023 planting season by sowing three acres of oats on its new farm in Libertyville, Illinois. The farm is the future site […]
USDA proposes reapportionment to Cattlemen’s Beef Board
The USDA published a proposed rule in the Federal Register to adjust membership on the Beef Promotion and Research Board to reflect shifts in cattle inventory levels since the last board reapportionment in 2020, as required by the rules governing the board. Written comments on the proposed rule must be received by June 1. Under the proposal, total […]
Now is the time to develop a relationship with a veterinarian
Beginning June 11, livestock owners must obtain a veterinarian’s prescription to purchase certain animal medications. The new rule is a continuation of the Food and Drug Administration’s efforts to ensure the judicious use of medically important antimicrobials. In 2017, the FDA implemented the original Veterinary Feed Directive rule, converting about 96% of the antibiotics used in animal medicine to […]
JBS USA launches JBS Sanitation
JBS USA has announced the creation of JBS Sanitation, a full-service food safety and food plant sanitation company that will provide in-house sanitation services for JBS USA and Pilgrim’s facilities. JBS USA will immediately begin the transition of 10 facilities to JBS Sanitation, with an expectation of moving additional facilities to the new company if […]
Fresh produce cold chain workshop highlights
Highlights from the ‘Fresh produce cold chain workshop’ held at the Gatton Smart Farm on 16 November 2022. Click to check the original.
How to watch Meteor shower streaking across Australia
“You just need your eyes and enjoyment of the skies.” Click to check the original article.
Bubbly natural style hitting the wine scene
Pétillant-Naturel is a natural sparkling often referred to as pet nat wine are becoming popular due to its easy drinking style and short production time. Click to check the original article.
Clean slate an opportunity for new government to get Basin Plan right | The Land
Fairer floodplain harvesting (FPH) regulations, a review of the Basin Plan and an end of system flow targets for the Darling-Baaka River are just some of the items on the wishlist of Southern Riverina Irrigators (SRI) and its CEO, Sophie Baldwin, is keen for the water minister to make a positive impact. Click to check […]
Violet Hills sparks strong stud competition
A 95 per cent clearance rate at Violet Hills Charolais features stud and repeat buyers pushing the market. Click to check the original article.