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NCBA’s Woodall says the goal is complete eradication — not just from the U.S., but from Mexico and Central America, ultimately pushing the fly back to its original range in South America.
Oklahoma State University receives a historic state funding appropriation to support the construction of a new, state-of-the-art veterinary teaching hospital.
Protecting the future performance of the herd starts with cooling the cows who are carrying it.
Navigating the world of health insurance can be daunting, especially for farmers and small business owners. Here’s an explanation of several options that might work for you.
This discovery represents a significant step forward for the global lab-grown meat market — which is estimated to grow by between $5 and $30 billion by 2030.
Experts at Kansas State University’s Beef Cattle Institute discuss cattle herpes diagnostic signs as wells as prevention strategies.
The world-renowned dairy nutritionist and long-time University of Illinois professor has worked alongside dairy and feed industry groups around the globe.
What a cow eats and how she’s cared for before calving can shape her calf’s health, resilience and productivity for years to come.
Results from Farm Journal’s State of the Dairy Industry 2025 report shine hope.
Rural Minds shares these tips to help build social connections.
Prevention and early intervention is key to dealing with pinkeye.
GLP-1 weight-loss drugs are reshaping dairy demand by curbing cravings for processed, fatty, and sugary products, fueling a rise in protein-rich, low-fat options.
Experts at Kansas State University’s Beef Cattle Institute share guidelines for tracking herd health.
It is estimated that cattle suffering from fescue toxicosis and heat stress alone cost the beef industry more than a billion dollars a year. University of Missouri demonstrates hair shedding is an economic relevant trait beyond the Southern U.S.
USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey says climate models have consistently shown a ridge across western North America that could lead to drought development, drought continuation or even drought expansion across portions of the Plains and West.
Frothy bloat is sporadic, unpredictable and difficult to prevent. It typically occurs when cattle graze legume or legume-based pastures.
Human nutrition increasingly embraces fermentation as a natural and non-medicated means of promoting digestive health and supporting the gut microbiome. Now, some dairies are doing the same, by feeding kefir to their calves.
A sneak peak of Farm Journal’s leading-edge survey insights illustrates strategic solutions that generate renewed confidence, ensuring a promising path forward for the industry.
Novel product addresses environmental pathogen loads in livestock facilities to enhance biosecurity measures.
The event is slated for July 22-24 in Rochester, N.Y., with an agenda focused on the theme of “Clearing Hurdles to Improve Milk Quality.”
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Strategies for evaluating herd performance following calving.
NCBA applauds Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins’ aggressive efforts to suspend Mexican cattle, horse and bison imports, saying Mexico’s corruption and mismanagement has caused the pest to spread closer to the U.S.
Millions of pounds of ground beef are thrown away each year because of foreign material contamination. This is not just about isolated incidents but a widespread practice that needs immediate attention.
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Limiting stress and maintaining a strong relationship with a veterinarian are vital for an Oklahoma rancher’s success in fighting disease issues.
The 2025 event, slated for Sept. 11-13 in Omaha, Neb., will challenge and encourage attendees to further develop the knowledge and services they offer food animal producers. Early registration is open.
Losses range between $15 and $88 per head, conservatively, a result of reduced herd productivity, health and reproductive efficiency.
The tiny, annoying pest can wreak $6 billion in losses annually to U.S. cattle production due to decreased weight gain or milk production, veterinary needs and control measures.
More colostrum would be welcome on virtually every dairy farm, especially if it also had higher quality. A team of Cornell University researchers explored whether a dose of oxytocin could help fresh cows deliver either, or both.