Agricultural Industry News: Stay Updated on Events Impacting Your Cattle Operation

How much free-choice mineral will nursing calves eat?

Accounting for calf mineral intake can help ensure your cow herd is properly supplemented and set calves up for optimal health and performance.

April 9, 2025

Farm Progress America, April 9, 2025

Mike Pearson takes a look at how management changes are being made on farms during planting time as the result of dicamba being removed from the tool box.

April 9, 2025

Bezos Earth Fund and Global Methane Hub launch initiative to breed low-methane livestock

New $27.4 million global effort across four continents aims to cut livestock emissions through natural, science-backed breeding methods.

April 7, 2025

Bunch the cow herd

The ground hog has not been a great forecaster of springs arrived in South Dakota the past couple years. April blizzards have caused problems for cattlemen calving. These problems may have carried over into the breeding season.

April 7, 2025

Congress wants more power over tariff decisions

Trade Review Act gives President 48 hours to explain reasoning and impacts of new tariffs, which will expire after 60 days unless Congress approves them.

April 7, 2025

NCBA lauds introduction of Black Vulture Relief Act in House

Bill would allow cattle producers to take black vultures that pose a risk to livestock.

April 7, 2025

Managing cattle finishing at heavier weights

As the U.S. beef industry faces a shortage of feeder cattle and increasing carcass weights, feedlot owners must carefully manage the risks associated with finishing cattle to heavier weight.