Bill to Allow Packer Ownership of Livestock Advances

Meat packers would be able to own hogs and contract with Nebraska producers under a bill advancing in the Unicameral.

Service Honors Fallen Omaha Officer

Funeral services for Omaha Police officer Kerrie Orozco, who was killed in the line of duty, were held Tuesday.

Producers React to Walmart Production Guidelines

Walmart is urging U.S. suppliers to curb the use of antibiotics and improve treatment of livestock. They’re asking meat producers,…

Ethanol Industry Looking at Japan Export Market

Representatives of Growth Energy, the Renewable Fuel Association and the U.S. Grains Council were in Tokyo last week trying to…

U.S. Cattlemen’s Association Opposing COOL Repeal

United States Cattlemen Association leaders are working to defend Country of Origin Labeling against Congressional attempts to repeal the law.…

APHIS Releases Rules on Argentina and Brazil Beef Imports

USDA has sent to the White House Office of Management and Budget two final rules that allow imports of fresh…

Farmers Using Drones to Scout and Educate

Many farmers are using precision agriculture technology in their operations, and are now adding drones to that list. American Soybean…

Blood Donations Needed For Summer

The upcoming summer season brings with it busier schedules, and LifeServe Blood Center, based in Sioux City, Iowa, finds their blood supply falls low as people take less time to make regular donations.

Farmers At Higher Risk for Skin Cancer

The National Farm Medicine Center has released results of a skin cancer screening that checked for signs of skin cancer and asked questions about sun protection and exposure.

Delmont Closed Today, Thursday for Clean-up

The clean-up continues in Delmont, South Dakota, where a tornado ruined many buildings on May 10th.