An animal scientist at the Arkansas Agricultural Experiment Station has shown that a common and inexpensive hormone additive may mitigate the ill effects on growth performance of calves born to cows grazed on endophyte-infected fescue pastures during gestation. Brittni Littlejohn, assistant professor of animal science for the research arm of the U of A System […]
Innovative research by University of Nebraska–Lincoln scientists studying the reproductive biology of cows offers significant long-term potential to address infertility challenges for women. Reproductive physiologist Andrea Cupp and colleagues in the Department of Animal Science are deepening the understanding of bovine reproductive biology by using advanced genetic analysis, culture of reproductive tissue and other tools. […]
October exports of U.S. pork were the largest in more than a year, and beef export volume also increased from a year ago, according to data released by USDA and compiled by the U.S. Meat Export Federation (USMEF). U.S. beef exports are on a record pace in 2022 and have already exceeded $10 billion, the […]
Max Armstrong reports on news that officials have decided to take action against livestock farms in the Netherlands. The country has a nitrogen minister who has said the government will give farmers 100% of the farm value to quit. The country can also shut farms down because they are considered polluters. Max outlines the details […]
The spacious interiors on offer at St Stephens House make it the perfect home for multi-generational living or letting out as part of a rental. In a prime location with views towards Launceston Castle, St Stephens House is a Grade II-listed Georgian townhouse that offers substantial and highly flexible accommodation in a sought-after location. The […]
The Bolivia, NSW-based stud achieved an 88 per cent clearance rate. Click to check the original article.
Research fellow deep dives into pasture legume seed harvesting, primarily subterranean clover. Click to check the original article.
While the flooding around Forbes did not claim many animals at Paul and Jan Ormsby’s Mugambi Boer Goat Stud, it has left them in a precarious situation as to how they are going to feed their goats. Click to check the original article.
“Transport for NSW has completed repair work at two of six key locations on this closed section with further work planned for the remaining four once the water level recedes enough to allow safe access by crews,” a spokesperson for Sam Farraway, Minister for Regional Transport and Roads said. Click to check the original article.
While Australia’s other first responders are either paid or reimbursed for lost earnings, vets are providing their services, medications, bandages and equipment at their own cost to wildlife and to animals harmed in fires, floods and other disasters. Click to check the original article.
Strong demand was shown in the Dungay Park Angus Female Dispersal sale held via AuctionsPlus on November 24. Dungay Park owners Ed and Kim Lahey decided it was time to begin a new journey in their lives and made the decision to disperse their entire female herd. Click to check the original article.
A cast of 40 students and a 47-strong chorus played the house down for the 10th anniversary of the renowned Longreach School of Distance Education musical. Click to check the original article.