Tag: livestock
2 types of livestock insurance policies
The USDA’s Risk Management Agency offers protection to livestock producers in two main policy types: Livestock Gross Margin and Livestock Risk Protection.
Parkersburg Livestock Market set to reopen
Sales will be Fridays at 2 p.m. with the first sale planned for Dec. 16.
Eggs from small flocks more likely to contain salmonella
Eggs from small flocks of chickens are more likely to be contaminated with salmonella enteritidis than eggs sold in grocery store.
PennAg, Sunoco Logistics launch biosecurity training in January
Biosecurity is the prevention of disease from spreading to or from areas occupied by livestock. PennAg Industries Association and Sunoco Logistics announced a partnership to develop a biosecurity training and education module.
Avian flu finding in Alaska reiterates need for caution
Learn more to protect your poultry from the avian flu.
New USDA app protects cattle from heat stress
USDA Agricultural Research Service launches app that forecasts conditions triggering heat stress in cattle.
Ask FSA Andy about Livestock Loss Compensation
Hello friends,
Weather patterns these days are as unpredictable as the presidential election. Just when you think it is settling down, all of a sudden...
Fly control for livestock on pasture
It is estimated that flies cost U.S. livestock producers $700,000 to $1,000,000 dollars annually.
North American Manure Expo brings loads of science to Ohio
Manure is a valuable resource for livestock and crop farmers, and the equipment and technology continues to evolve.
4 tips for transporting livestock
With fair season underway, it’s a good time to consider the safety of yourself and your animals when loading a livestock trailer.
