Conventional ag production has economical, environmental advantages

With little or no new farmland to exploit, farmers will have to become more productive in the future in order to continue to provide feed, food and fiber for the world, according to Alex Avery, director of research and education for the Hudson Institute. "Global food demand will at least double, and more likely triple, over the next 50 years," he told a group at the Feeding Quality Forum held in South Sioux City, Neb., Nov. ...

NOV 23, 2009 —Conventional ag production has economical, environmental advantages

With little or no new farmland to exploit, farmers will have to become more productive in the future in order to continue to provide feed, food and fiber for the world, according to Alex Avery, director of research and education for the Hudson Institute. "Global food demand will at least double, and more likely triple, over the next 50 years," he told a group at the Feeding Quality Forum held in South Sioux City, Neb., Nov. ... [Read More]

NOV 9, 2009 —Herd expansion leads to more Johne's

In just over 10 years, the contagious bacterial disease of the intestinal tract known as Johne's disease has become prevalent in as many as 70 percent of U.S. dairy herds. National Animal Disease Center (NADC) microbiologist Judy Stable said this increase is due to the fast expansion of large dairy herds throughout the country. "Studies showed that in 1996, Johne's disease was in about 22 percent of the U.S. herds, but because of rapid expansion of herds ... [Read More]

NOV 2, 2009 —Herd expansion leads to more Johne's

In just over 10 years, the contagious bacterial disease of the intestinal tract known as Johne's disease has become prevalent in as many as 70 percent of U.S. dairy herds. National Animal Disease Center (NADC) microbiologist Judy Stable said this increase is due to the fast expansion of large dairy herds throughout the country. "Studies showed that in 1996, Johne's disease was in about 22 percent of the U.S. herds, but because of rapid expansion of herds ... [Read More]

OCT 12, 2009 —Hereford breeders believe in family

Family roots run deep at GKB Cattle. Everyone is treated like family when they drive down the lane. Cow families are also important. [Read More]

SEP 21, 2009 —Alfalfa producers add value to hay through drying

Mother Nature has not been kind to hay producers in eastern Nebraska this summer. Cooler than normal temperatures and cloudy days have made drying hay a large challenge. Proper drying of hay, especially alfalfa, can ensure the feeding value of the hay, which leads to more profits for producers and more benefits for the animals eating the hay. [Read More]

SEP 21, 2009 —"Thank a farmer" are magic words

There's no "abracadabra"--at this magic show, the magic words are, "Thank a Farmer." The Ag Magic Show, at the Iowa State Fair, was started by Rhonda Renee Ross, in hopes of educating and inspiring people to know how vital agriculture and farmers are to the world. She starts off her show by telling the kids the magic words are not "abracadabra," but instead, "Thank a farmer." [Read More]

SEP 14, 2009 —Western Corn Belt rides to the rescue

Halfway through the corn growing season it looked like the western Corn Belt would be riding to the rescue, for the traditional corn growing states where excessive spring moisture, delayed planting, and cool temperatures combined to reduce yield expectations for those states. In contrast, the western Corn Belt has enjoyed exceptional growing conditions. The National Agricultural Statistics Service (NASS) August 12 report forecasted higher yields than ... [Read More]

SEP 7, 2009 —Management ensures good transition from cow to feedyard

Ensuring that a calf's transition from weaning to the feedlot is smooth is the primary job of a stocker operation. However, that transition can often times be a challenging one. Proper management of these cattle post-weaning can make the difference on the bottom line. [Read More]

SEP 7, 2009 —Veterinarian discusses importance of biosecurity

Recent animal health issues have made state officials, including Iowa's state veterinarian, Dr. Dave Schmitt, make a push for educating livestock producers to use proper biosecurity with their animals. "Iowa is number one in swine production, number one in egg production, and number two in red meat production," he said. "What Iowa farmers do on their farms can impact a huge number of people." [Read More]

SEP 7, 2009 —Veterinarian discusses importance of biosecurity [Read More]

SEP 7, 2009 —Livestock producers should know environmental regulations [Read More]

JUL 13, 2009 —Nematodes are a common problem in corn, too [Read More]

JUL 13, 2009 —Increases seen in acreage for both corn and soybeans [Read More]

JUN 15, 2009 —Pork promoted through good consumer impressions [Read More]

MAY 18, 2009 —Ames is more than just a college town [Read More]

APR 13, 2009 —Animal health technologies improve feedlot profitability [Read More]

APR 6, 2009 —Corn growers have new weed management challenges [Read More]

APR 6, 2009 —Sharing global crop management techniques can help growers [Read More]

APR 6, 2009 —USDA report: Soybean acres expected to increase, other crops decrease [Read More]

MAR 16, 2009 —Global agriculture economy has good long-term outlook [Read More]

MAR 2, 2009 —Hoop buildings good option for northern feeders [Read More]

FEB 23, 2009 —Conservation practiced for future generations [Read More]

FEB 16, 2009 —Worker health an important concern on hog farms [Read More]

JAN 26, 2009 —COOL impact still unknown [Read More]

JAN 19, 2009 —Corn crop second largest in history despite adverse year [Read More]

JAN 19, 2009 —Fertilizer prices continue to rise [Read More]

JAN 5, 2009 —Researcher: Soybean aphids continue to cause problems for farmers [Read More]

DEC 29, 2008 —Maine Anjou breeders manage oldest genetic mutation [Read More]

DEC 29, 2008 —Passing down the family farm can be difficult [Read More]

DEC 22, 2008 —Passing down the family farm can be difficult [Read More]

DEC 22, 2008 —Vilsack selected as Obama's secretary of agriculture [Read More]

DEC 15, 2008 —Economic instability affects all industries [Read More]

DEC 8, 2008 —Angus breeders cooperation means test is near [Read More]

DEC 8, 2008 —Shorthorn mutation was beginning of current genetic research [Read More]

NOV 24, 2008 —Livestock numbers expected to decline through 2009 [Read More]

NOV 17, 2008 —Beef breeders--be proactive [Read More]

NOV 17, 2008 —New genetic defect affects Angus cattle [Read More]

OCT 27, 2008 —Glyphosate-resistant weeds cause management challenges [Read More]

JUN 30, 2008 —Biofuel economy drives land values [Read More]

JUN 30, 2008 —Connor concerned about corn crop [Read More]

JUN 30, 2008 —Initiative helps pork industry [Read More]

JUN 30, 2008 —Pork checkoff works with producers to build a stronger industry [Read More]

JUN 30, 2008 —Vaccine helps control porcine circovirus [Read More]

JUN 23, 2008 —Flood waters continue to affect Iowans [Read More]

JUN 16, 2008 —Weather problems affect growers across the Midwest, High Plains [Read More]

JUN 9, 2008 —Morrill Act helped form land grant universities [Read More]

MAY 26, 2008 —Iowan honors veterans each Memorial Day [Read More]

MAY 12, 2008 —0408IowaGetawayTriviaJB [Read More]