Scientists from institutions in the U.S. and the U.K.—including Mississippi State University—are collaborating to better understand how livestock management practices may contribute to transmission of bovine coronavirus after social reorganization or “commingling.” The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s National Institute of Food and Agriculture funded a University of Minnesota-led $3.5 million study to answer questions such […]
Four-bedroom Smallbrook Farm near Thursley shows how good design can improve our built heritage. Located a mile down a country lane, and walking distance from the charming village of Thursley, sits Smallbrook Farm, a ‘wonderfully pretty house, with beautiful gardens and a picturesque setting’, according to agent Alaistair Mercer. Despite having ‘skin in the game’, […]
Elanco Animal Health and Cattler Corporation have entered into an agreement to provide their shared customers with data from Cattler’s platform and access to Elanco’s trusted data services, including but not limited to Elanco’s Benchmark and Experior (lubabegron) data services. The agreement allows for the delivery of continuous data to help cattle feeders optimize their […]
California’s cattle ranchers contribute a significant amount to the region’s culture, economy and food supply, but do they also inadvertently help to temper the wildfires that have been plaguing the state? And if so, is it a better alternative – environmentally speaking – to letting grasslands burn? A new study published in the journal Sustainability […]
Amid narrow views about cows and climate change, there is an important conversation to be had. A conversation about the role cows play in our daily lives and world around us. A conversation about the what if … what if there were no more cows? Joining us on this episode is Dr. Mark Lyons, Alltech president […]
During this week’s 2024 Winter Policy Conference, the National Association of State Departments of Agriculture members adopted 11 policy amendments and four action items, addressing issues such as mRNA vaccines, agricultural labor shortages and meat and poultry inspection programs. Access approved vaccine technologies NASDA approved a policy amendment supporting farmers and ranchers’ ability to safeguard animal health […]
By Dr. Jeff Lehmkuhler, University of Kentucky Did you go to feed your cattle and realize the hay supply is dwindling fast? Check out these 8 tips to stretch limited hay supplies. For additional information contact your local Extension agent. It is recommended to consult with your feed nutritionist or County ANR Agent before making […]
Mike Pearson takes a look at a partnership for Climate Smart Commodity Grants– a series of grants available through the USDA to farmers who develop new growing strategies. The program has been contentious but they are also starting to bare fruit. One project is in the Mid-South and includes 700 acres of rice. PJ Haynie, […]
Improved seeding technologies boost crop production in Beaumont. Click to check the original article.
Cleeve House in Ampney St Peter is spacious, listed Grade II and in a ‘pivotal position’ according to Pevsner. Good houses in sought-after Cotswold villages are always in vogue and early bird Ben Bentley of Oxford-based The Country House Department (01865 338300) was keen to seize the day with last week’s launch onto the market […]
Wallace family looking to breed consistent lines of red cattle. Click to check the original article.
A prominent SA business family buys first big cattle station. Click to check the original article.