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Big Challenges ahead for the Ag Industry

Uncertain global grain market developments pose some major challenges when it comes to forecasting market prospects.

Acidosis in our cattle

While cattle are out grazing the cornstalks, it’s a good idea to pay attention to possible side effects.  

Nov. 7, 2023 News Round-Up

SIOUX FALLS, SD – The ACLU of South Dakota has filed a federal lawsuit challenging South Dakota’s personalized license plate…

Mexico and our exports?

Both beef and pork exports to Mexico are up sharply in 2023 with pork on a record pace. We dig…

USDA & FFA Sign Partnership Agreement

The National FFA Conference concluded over the weekend, but before the conference ended, they signed a Partnership Agreement with the…

Upcoming Planning Conference

The U.S. Meat Export Federation is hosting their Annual Strategic Planning Conference this week in New Orleans. I talk with…

Vaccines and Cattle stressors

How long should producers wait to let cattle rest after arriving at a new home? We dig deeper.  

Nov. 6, 2023 News Round-Up

DES MOINES, IA – Iowa has another four cases of Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI). Three outbreaks are confirmed in…

Senator John Thune reviews Farm Legislation

U.S. Senator John Thune of South Dakota and a member of the Senate Ag Committee talks with us about Farm…

Looking at Farm Bill Priorities

Now that Congress is reviewing the Farm Bill, it’s also time to review the Priorities of the Farm Bill with…

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