Tag: livestock
NASS: U.S. hog inventory up by 3 percent
As of March 1, there were 72.9 million hogs and pigs on U.S. farms, up 3 percent from March 2017, but down 1 percent from Dec. 1, 2017.
Vitamin shortages are a threat, but can be managed
Find out what can be done to reduce vitamin supplementation costs and what can be done if you cannot find any vitamin A.
Planning for summer calf care
Some studies comparing summer to winter calf growth show calves grow better in the winter. Learn how to keep your calves cool and eating in the summer.
Ag truckers granted more time on electronic logging
Livestock haulers and others in the ag industry have 90 more days to weigh in on federal rules that would require truckers to take breaks.
How to select quality replacement heifers
The selection of replacement heifers is important to the beef herd as a whole but can be costly. Use the following tips to make the right selections.
Use caution as flood waters recede
The flooding may be over, but there are still concerns for farmers and for livestock.
Tips for a successful lambing season
Make sure your lambs get a good start by using the “clip, dip, and strip” technique in your lambing practices. It will help keep newborn lambs healthy.
Bill would exempt farms from reporting emissions
Bipartisan legislation introduced in U.S. Senate would exempt livestock farmers from reporting routine farm emissions under CERCLA, commonly known as the Superfund Act.
Unpaid sellers have 60 days to file a claim
USDA advises that any producers who have not received payments for animals sold through the Westminster Livestock Auction should file a claim.
Water access in winter pastures is critical
Water is essential for livestock year-round. For every pound of dry matter consumed, cattle will need to drink about seven pounds of water.
