Tag: livestock
Using goats to improve pastures
Goats are great for cleaning up brush and unwanted vegetation prior to the initial investment of starting a new pasture and loading it with livestock.
Breeding resistant chickens for improved food safety
A new test developed by USDA Agricultural Research Service scientists in College Station, Texas, could make it easier to breed pathogen-resistant chickens.
American Simmental Association announces new DNA program
The American Simmental Association has launched a new research project aimed at collecting female genotypes from whole herds.
Pa. animal health labs earn quality credential
Pennsylvania's Animal Diagnostic Laboratory System has been recognized with a national quality credential.
The little fainting goat who wouldn’t
Judith Sutherland long ago figured out she doesn't have a fainting goat because Mabel refuses to believe she is any kind of goat at all.
What to do if the ideal grazing scenario doesn’t work
Managers need to factor in available time and money, and other expected or unexpected events, so sometimes compromises need to be made.
How will climate change impact animal ag in Northeast?
Nutrient management and disease are expected to be complicated by warmer, wetter conditions. An increase in hot days will challenge some and benefit others.
GIPSA rule withdrawal relieves some, angers others
The U.S. Department of Agriculture has withdrawn controversial GIPSA rules that would have affected livestock sales.
Review milking procedures closely
Farmers need to observe milking routines and evaluate milkers to ensure procedures are followed correctly and consistently.
Athens auction barn opens new facility
After extensive renovation, the Athens Livestock Sales is in full business and holding special sales throughout the year.
