For many producers, learning to shear their own sheep has lowered their annual input costs, a major win, especially for those raising coarser-wooled breeds with tighter commercial margins.
Deadwood’s Days of ’76 Rodeo showcases pro competition and the history of the area.
- By Taylor Tennant for Tri-State Neighbor
The recent confirmation of New World screwworm in Texas has prompted increased attention across the livestock industry, but South Dakota producers should view the situation as a reason for awareness rather than alarm.
- By Lura Roti for South Dakota Farmers Union
A Star-Spangled tractor proudly flying Old Glory greets travelers along U.S. Highway 212 in central South Dakota.
- Addison DeHaven South Dakota State University
In early 2024, a team of researchers in South Dakota State University's Animal Disease Research and Diagnostic Laboratory was the first to identify a fast-spreading respiratory viral outbreak affecting turkeys and chickens in major poultry-producing regions of the United States.
- Katelyn Winberg
From rare Steiger tractors and International Harvester military rifles to family tractors with stories spanning generations, organizers say this year's Red Power Round Up will offer far more than a look at vintage farm equipment.
- Jess Savage Mississippi River Basin Ag & Water Desk
RICHMOND, Ill. – Silos have dotted the Midwestern landscape for 150 years. But they’re threatened by development and old age. One “silo hunter” in northern Illinois has been tracking down silos her grandfather built – before they disappear.
- By Megan Horsager, Montevideo, Minn.
Overall, it has been a successful start to the season on our farm. We had good windows for planting with well-timed rains to get the crops germinated timely and evenly. The long stretch of cold and wind in the middle of May put a damper on growth, but we managed to avoid significant frost da…
- Katelyn Winberg
Iowa Secretary of Agriculture Mike Naig visited 2 Gather Meats and Market May 29, highlighting the growth of the Choose Iowa program and the opportunities direct-to-consumer agriculture can create for farm families.
- K-State Extension news service
K-State beef extension veterinarian provides solutions for managing heat stressed cattle
- Katelyn Winberg
Recent rainfall has improved conditions for Jade Jandal and his family operation near Rockham, South Dakota. After a dry start to the growing season, Jandal said moisture arrived at a critical time for crops, pastures and hay ground.
- By Kylie Mockler of Centerville, S.D.
"Just as the planter was getting put back in the shed for the year, Mother Nature had other plans."
- Janelle Atyeo
A national sheep event in Huron will showcase top Rambouillet sheep from breeders across the country this month.
During the week of July 16-18, the U.S. Targhee Sheep Association will host a dual milestone organizers are calling “A Legacy in Every Fleece,” commemorating 100 years of the Targhee breed and 75 years as an association.
Sheep producers from the region are encouraged to take part in the Newell Ram Show and Sale planned for Sept. 17-18 in Newell, South Dakota.
Learn about virtual fencing and other technology at a field day near Sanborn, Iowa, June 25.
- By Lura Roti, for South Dakota Farmers Union
From the start, Owen and Shannon Fagerhaug's passion for rodeo played a role in their major life decisions.
- American Veterinary Medical Association
Editor's note: New World screwworm was discovered June 3 in a calf in Texas. The pest has moved into the United States, a longtime possible nightmare for livestock owners.
- Heather Schlitz, Tom Polansek and Cassandra Garrison Reuters
Experts said an outbreak could cause $1.8 billion in damage to Texas' economy and likely would raise beef prices by shrinking cattle supply.
- Janelle Atyeo
Minnesota farmer advocates for changes to sugar imports as new crop is planted
- Shelby Gruss Iowa State University
Tar spot has become one of the most concerning foliar diseases impacting corn silage production across Iowa and the Midwest. The disease, caused by Phyllachora maydis, has now been identified in every county in Iowa and can spread rapidly under cool wet conditions. For silage producers, tar …
- Deane Morrison University of Minnesota
The experts were stunned by all the healthy potato plants.
- Katelyn Winberg
Near Rockham in northeastern South Dakota, spring calving season stretches across much of the year for Jade Jandel.
- By Chevy-Lynn Vaske, K-State Extension
Today’s beef cattle are bigger than they were a generation ago, and according to Kansas State University experts, that shift may represent more than a passing cycle in the cattle industry.
Next year’s corn rootworm pressure is already taking shape. For growers who want to stay ahead of it, the time to measure that risk is now. Adult beetles are active in late spring and early summer, feeding, mating and laying the eggs that will determine next year’s pressure. For growers in h…
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