Most hay sales trending steady
In Nebraska and the East River area of South Dakota, limited sales trending mostly steady. Demand and trade activity very light. Ground
Farm Rescue founder surprised at speed of growth
YPSILANTI, N.D. (AP)--In just four years, Farm Rescue has assisted 100 farm families. It's a fact even the founder of the organization finds
Late wheat planting requires extra planning
Kansas Some wheat has not yet been planted this year across Kansas--especially in the eastern third of the state--due in some cases to
MU to premiere new wheat variety
Missouri Farmers will soon have a new variety of wheat that promises high yields and excellent qualities in milling. University of Missouri researchers
Corn disease update
By D. Bruce Bosley CSU Extension agent/cropping systems I wanted to provide an update on corn ear molds this week.
The push for climate change legislation loses steam
For most of this year, we've heard repeatedly that President Barack Obama wanted Congress to tackle climate change prior to a Dec. 7 to
'Keeping the Family Farming' workshops set for January
Kansas Kansas State University and the Kansas Farm Analyst Program will offer Keeping the Family Farming Workshops for families who are working through
Wheat in need of moisture in some areas
Texas The southeastern part of the state received 0.01 to 2.0 inches of rainfall during the week ending Nov. 15, according to the
Alert: Corn should be checked before feeding livestock
By Michael Fisher Golden Plains Area Extension Agent, livestock The late harvest has had many of our corn farmers nervous, hoping that they
Grain market close
The USDA Market News Service, Greeley, Colo., in the closing grain report for Nov. 16, reported in futures trading that Chicago December soft red
Farmers may want to think twice before selling
Nebraska While there have been some offers from a couple of energy companies to buy corn stover this year, Nebraska farmers need to
Kaw Valley District wins KWC 'Make it Whole'
Kansas The Kaw Valley, USD #321 School District, Rossville, won the 2009 "Make it Whole " Recipe Contest, sponsored by the Kansas Wheat
Serious stewardship
By John Schlageck Kansas Farm Bureau Some people have the mistaken idea that farmers and ranchers are harming our environment.
Spying on corn rootworm predators' nightlife
Agricultural Research Service entomologist Jonathan G. Lundgren, while exploring corn fields at night, has found a very different group of predators than the ones
Cancer took woman's husband and ranch
By Jennifer Bremer For Pat DeJong, life on her family's northwest Montana ranch was wonderful--a great place to raise a family and a
Hay trade slow to moderate
In Kansas, the hay trade is slow to moderate. Demand is moderate for dairy and stock cow alfalfa, alfalfa pellets, grinding alfalfa and
NMPF Chairman, President discuss actions taken to combat
In their joint address Nov. 11 to the membership at National Milk Producers Federation's 2009 Annual Meeting, NMPF Chairman Randy Mooney and President and
Coping with moldy corn
Missouri Farmers can cope with mold-ridden corn in fields and bins in a few ways. "If you still have corn in the field,
The genetic effect
Genetic change in the cattle business is a slow and steady process, but evidence shows it's happening, and that it's positive for beef quality.
Harvest progresses; Nov. 13 estimate puts crop losses
Arkansas The estimated crop loss for the rain-damaged 2009 harvest so far has risen to $309 million, not including lost wages of about
Friday the 13th marks record losses for pork
Missouri As of noon on Friday the 13th of November, pork producers have lost more money than they lost in the pork price
Farmers trying to catch up
Iowa Iowa received another full week of dry weather giving farmers a chance to make good progress on the harvest season, according to
Dairy farmers try to 'ride out storm'
MENNO, S.D. (AP)--Roger Guthmiller has spent his whole life working with dairy cattle. He's seen prices dip and jump, but he's never seen anything
Consider on-farm storages
By Richard C. Snell Barton County Extension Agent, agriculture Once again it's deja vu all over again.
U.N., Islamic bank make $1 billion farming deal
ROME (AP)--Funding from an Islamic bank will help develop agriculture in poor countries, a U.N. food agency said ahead of a summit to discuss
Researchers study link between climate change, nutritional stress
Kansas State University's Joseph Craine, research assistant professor in the Division of Biology, and KC Olson, associate professor in animal sciences and industry, have
Hereford show awards presented in Kansas City
Hereford exhibitors were honored for showcasing their breeding programs at national and regional shows throughout the past year. Nov. 1 during the American
Grain farmers making great strides in tough harvest
Missouri Thanks to the marvels of modern technology and long working hours, Missouri grain farmers took advantage of drier weather during the first
Harrell elected American Hereford Association president
Bob Harrell Jr., Baker City, Ore., was announced as the new president of the American Hereford Association during the Annual Membership Meeting in Kansas
Ventilate and take other safety precautions to prevent
Nebraska Recent explosions and flash fires that occurred in livestock buildings with manure pits in Iowa and Minnesota have a University of Nebraska-Lincoln
Changes in climate change
A slice of reality may have finally set in, with the new administration and the uber-majority in Congress. For the better part of
Classic Thanksgiving dinner cost declines for 2009
Menu items for a classic Thanksgiving dinner including turkey, stuffing, cranberries, pumpkin pie and all the basic trimmings dropped 4 percent in price this
Salers host show at American Royal
Forty-two breeders from 12 states paraded their best genetics at the American Royal Salers Livestock Show, Kansas City, Mo. on Oct. 28. The
USMEF: September pork exports regain momentum, beef exports
September pork plus pork variety meat exports reached nearly 154,000 metric tons valued at $347.8 million, the highest volume since April 2009, according to
USDA: Number of Americans going hungry increases
WASHINGTON (AP)--More than one in seven American households struggled to put enough food on the table in 2008, the highest number since the U.S.
Sedalia couple still having fun with old tradition
SEDALIA, Mo. (AP)--George and Linda McCollum, of Sedalia, live on a century-old farm, have a home filled with antiques and, even though they are
Grain bids all sharply higher
Grains were all sharply higher Nov. 16 as buying spree entered the commodity market with strong outside support from a sharply higher gold market,
Southwest Beef Symposium Jan. 20 and 21 in
Texas and New Mexico Extension agencies will hold their sixth annual Southwest Beef Symposium on Jan. 20-21 at the Tucumcari Convention Center in Tucumcari,
Dry weather helps harvest progress
Nebraska For the week ending Nov. 15, another warm, dry week across much of the state allowed harvest to progress, according to the
Just a scoop full
(Nov. 18)--A man went to a farm auction not long ago. This particular man is known to be onery. He saw a
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
Agriculture's Innovative Minds Symposium to be held in
Kansas No-till on the Plains is pleased to announce an upcoming event designed to assist no-till producers with taking their operation to the
Cotton, sorghum harvest past half-way mark
New Mexico There were 6.8 days suitable for fieldwork during the week ending Nov. 15, according to the National Agricultural Statistics Service, New
Minnesota farmer struggles after bull attacks
ZUMBROTA, Minn. (AP)--Mike Lohmann may look fine at first glance, but family and friends know otherwise. The Zumbrota dairy farmer has been facing low
FDA approves camelina as cattle feed supplement
BILLINGS, Mont. (AP)--Camelina companies say federal officials have approved the use of meal from the biofuels crop as a 10 percent supplement in cattle
Limousin, Lim-Flex parade in Kansas City
The American Royal's Limousin show was Oct. 30 in Kansas City, Mo. The American Royal is one of the North American Limousin Foundation's
Holiday season 2009: Some turkey producers call Kansas
Recent crisp fall weather conjures thoughts of cranberries, pumpkin pie, and Grandma's dressing--not to mention the star of the holiday table--turkey with all the
Colorado Ag Classic Dec. 9 and 10 in
Colorado The annual Colorado Ag Classic will be held Dec. 9 and 10 at the Thomas M. McKee Building at The Ranch in
Prescribed Burning Workshops to be held in central
Kansas Fire safety is a priority topic of the upcoming Prescribed Burning Workshops scheduled to be held in central and eastern Kansas this
USDA-funded project helps renew Iraq's ag extension
Texas A U.S. Department of Agriculture-funded project being led by Texas A&M University has brought Iraqi agricultural personnel to Texas for training and
UNL Panhandle Research and Extension Center to turn
Nebraska It's been said that the variation in climate between Lincoln and Scottsbluff is greater than between Lincoln and the East Coast.
Faith livestock auction report
The Faith Livestock Commission Co., Faith, S.D., reported receipts of 1,651 head Nov. 16, compared to 3,467 head last week and 2,312 head last
Glyphosate-resistant weeds: Can we close the barn door?
Glyphosate is the most widely used herbicide in the nation and a mainstay of weed control for both farmers and homeowners. Over the
Ag officials to survey Missouri farmers
JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. (AP)--Agriculture officials will be surveying farmers to determine if expected yields met expectations this year. The U.S. Department of Agriculture's National
Kansas farmer tries growing peanuts
HUTCHINSON, Kan. (AP)--If he's been called any nicknames, they haven't been to his face, Rice County farmer Clark Schmidt says with a grin. Yet,
Colorado feeder cattle summary
The Colorado Auction Feeder Cattle Summary, Greeley, Colo., reported receipts of 18,003 head Nov. 13, compared to 14,507 head last week and 14,369 head
Doing good deeds
Have you ever done something for someone in a manner that was selfless? Did it make you feel good or feel foolish?
Make logical food choices
Buying locally grown food is the latest consumer trend to spread across the country. Many consumers buy local to support their area farmers.
Champion refrigerator potato rolls make holiday baking a
Nothing welcomes a family home for the holidays like the great aroma of fresh bread baking in the oven. Cindy Falk, nutrition educator
Favorable harvest weather
Minnesota Above normal temperatures and little precipitation allowed producers 5.6 days suitable to continue this fall's harvest and tillage activities during the week
Farmers playing catch up
Kansas Temperatures were mild during the week ending Nov. 15 with highs in the 60s and 70s and lows in the 30s and
Missouri artist creates sculptures from her woods
AVILLA, Mo. (AP)--With four young children, a farm to run and limited financial resources, Rachel Wilson needed some art supplies that were close to
Use of ultrasound, market outlook among beef topics
Wyoming Learning how ultrasound can improve herds is one of three livestock topics presented from 9 a.m. to noon in Meeteetse, Nov. 12.
Kansas Ranchers recognized for superior cows
Kansas Cattlemen are looking for cattle with optimum efficiency to enhance profitability and contribute to the competitiveness of the beef industry. They
Dodge City cattle sales report
Receipts at Dodge City Winter Livestock, Inc., reported receipts of 3,671 head Nov. 18, compared to 3,416 head last week and 5,268 head last
Pratt 3 p.m. cattle sales report
The Pratt Livestock Auction, Pratt, Kan., Nov. 19, reported estimated receipts of 1,500 head as of 3 p.m., according to the Kansas Department of
West Plains regional cattle sales
The Ozarks Regional Stockyard, West Plains, Mo., reported receipts of 2,200 head Nov. 17, compared to 4,834 head last week and 4,433 head last
Watertown cattle sales report
The South Dakota Livestock Sales, Watertown, S.D., reported receipts of 1,050 head Nov. 18, compared to 700 head last week and 740 head last
Aberdeen cattle sales report
The Hub City Livestock Auction, Aberdeen, S.D., reported receipts of 7,007 head Nov. 18, compared to 5,451 head last week and 7,319 head last
Wyobraska cattle sales report
The combined sales volume of Wyoming, western Nebraska, western North and South Dakota feedlots for the week ending Nov. 14, totaled 14,600 head, compared
Georgia cattle auction summary
The summary of livestock auctions in Georgia for the week ending Nov. 13, showed receipts of 9,619 head, compared to 10,524 head last week
Ericson cattle sales report
The Ericson Spalding Livestock Auction, Ericson, Neb., reported receipts of 1,691 head Nov, 14, compared to 4,168 head last week and 3,500 head last
Salina cattle sales report
The Farmers and Ranchers Livestock Commission Co., Salina, Kan., reported receipts of 2,850 head Nov. 5, compared to 2,366 head last week and 2,178
New coalition promoting Missouri ag
JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. (AP)--Missouri agriculture has some new cheerleaders. A group calling itself the Missouri Farm Family Agriculture Alliance is launching an effort to
Missouri family raises elk
SEDALIA, Mo. (AP)--Debbie, Mike and Prince are not typical pets. The animals can weigh between 500 and 1,300 pounds. On a good
Ecosystem services provide potential new ag market
"There's a tremendous potential for ecosystem services becoming a market," said Bob Budd, Wyoming Wildlife and Natural Resource Trust executive director at a recent
EPA funds aid ag agency's pesticide protection efforts
Oklahoma The Environmental Protection Agency has approved another year of funding to the Oklahoma Department of Agriculture, Food and Forestry for pesticide programs.
Continued dry weather advances harvest
Missouri Continued dry weather during the week ending Nov. 15 allowed producers to greatly advance harvest and fieldwork, according to the National Agricultural
NMSU Cooperative Extension Service workshop to focus on
New Mexico The future of sustainable agriculture has never looked more promising or more challenging. Looking to education and funding is one
Being lazier in your cow-calf operation might pay
Weaning fall calves early the next spring might leave you doing more work and earning less money, according to a University of Missouri Extension
Scrapie rule aims to protect state herds
Colorado The Colorado Department of Agriculture reminds Colorado producers to tag and identify their sheep and goats for scrapie prior to a change
Crops and weeds: Global climate change's first responders
A team of Agricultural Research Service plant physiologists is studying how global climate change could affect food crop production--and prompt the evolution of even
Ranchers say livestock not destroying dams
WILLISTON, N.D. (AP)--Ranchers grazing cattle near two dams in northwestern North Dakota say livestock are being unfairly blamed for water quality problems. Don Anderson
Nebraska ag groups oppose some proposed cuts
Nebraska ag groups oppose some proposed cuts LINCOLN, Neb. (AP)--Nebraska agriculture groups don't like the fact that Gov. Dave Heineman has proposed taking
Retailers offer views to TCFA
The 2009 annual convention of the Texas Cattle Feeders Association was held recently at Amarillo. About 500 persons in attendance heard from various
Despite moisture, work continues
Wyoming Even though Wyoming received some moisture during the week ending Nov. 15, the working conditions remained good, according to the National Agricultural
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Mild weather aids harvest progress Oklahoma Mild weather was experienced across the state during the week ending Nov. 15, according to the National Agricultural Statistics Service, Nov. 16.
Iowa's family beef farmers fuel hungry runners Iowa Some 7,500 runners will enjoy hot beef stew served by Iowa's local beef producing farm families following the annual Living History Farms
Seventeen Hereford breeders celebrate 50 years in the In celebration of 50 years in the Hereford business, 17 breeders were honored as Golden Breeders Nov. 2. Jack Ward, American Hereford Association chief
Rescued horses find a forever home BEECHER, Ill. (AP)--Sometimes rescuing an animal from a life of misery is the easy part. Finding a safe permanent home for a creature
Study: Nitrogen pollution worsens in Rockies lakes DENVER (AP)--Airborne nitrogen pollution from vehicle exhaust and farm fertilizer is turning algae in the alpine lakes of Rocky Mountain National Park into junk
KLA program to underscore need for livestock advocacy Kansas A veterinarian who is providing national leadership on the animal care issue, the chief executive officer of the National Cattlemen's Beef Association
Industry advisors say it is time to capture Longevity, rebreeding and calf survivability are gaining importance as the nation's cow herd becomes more straightbred. That likely is because commercial cow-calf producers
Pestman weed and brush online decision aid now Pestman, a new online application for weed and brush control, is now publicly available, according to a Texas AgriLife Research scientist. "Pestman is a
NCBA leaders to address key issues as NCBA's Addressing issues important to all beef producers, four National Cattlemen's Beef Association leaders will take live questions from viewers Dec. 1 on NCBA's Cattlemen
Bennet makes push to fight child hunger, improve Colorado On the heels of a new study that found 1 in 8 Colorado households lack dependable access to adequate food, as well
University of Kansas researchers turn sewage to fuel LAWRENCE, Kan. (AP)--University of Kansas researchers are working to turn microbes from treated sewage into a commercially viable biofuel, fluid that one day could
Beeson Honored with Poll-ette of the Year Award Bev Beeson, Wayne, Neb., was chosen the 2009 National Organization of Poll-ettes Poll-ette of the Year during the American Hereford Association Annual Meeting in
OSU Biofuels Team, research partners receive $4.2 million Oklahoma Oklahoma State University and its partner institutions in industry are receiving $4.2 million from the U.S. Department of Agriculture to continue groundbreaking
Kansas Beef Expo offers new venue Kansas The Kansas Beef Expo has had a long tradition in Kansas offering producers a venue to showcase and market their beef genetics.
Former K-State meats professor named Distinguished Alumni Kansas Kansas State University has honored a former professor whose influence in the meat industry has been felt across the United States. Dell
'Recycling through a Recession' seminar set for Dec. Oklahoma Recycling through a recession will be the focus of this year's Oklahoma Recycling Seminar, scheduled for Dec. 8 in Stillwater. The 9
Firm plans meatpacking plant in Bismarck BISMARCK, N.D. (AP)--A company is looking for a site in the Bismarck-Mandan area for a meatpacking plant that could slaughter up to 800 cattle
Crop removal in higher yield environments By David G. Hallauer Meadowlark District Extension agent, crops and soils/horticulture Kansas
Estate planning basics By David G. Hallauer Meadowlark District Extension agent, crops and soils/horticulture Estate planning (one outsider's definition)--one of those sort of 'uncomfortable' topics
Shop smart By John Schlageck Kansas Farm Bureau How do shoppers in your family react when they go to the supermarket?
Feds give record loans to Kansas farmers TOPEKA, Kan. (AP)--The federal government has delivered a record-setting $148 million in loans to Kansas farmers during the 2009 fiscal year. The U.S. Department
Vilsack names members, alternates to National Peanut Board U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Thomas J. Vilsack Nov. 16 appointed four members and four alternate members to serve on the National Peanut Board.
OPSU bull test update Oklahoma The 85 head of beef bulls consigned to the 58th Annual OPSU Bull Test were weighed Nov. 7 after 28 days on
Holiday season 2009: 'Tis the season to trim Well advertised bargains are meant to tempt holiday shoppers, yet overspending can add stress now and in the future, when the bill comes, said
K-State Research and Extension teams with Fort Riley Kansas It's not unusual for neighbors to work together toward a common goal, and Kansas State University and the First Infantry Division at
This bug doesn't bite ... but it can This bug doesn't bite ... but it can stink up your house! There's a new bug in town, and it's causing quite a stink.
Tehoma livestock auction report The Texhoma Livestock Auction, Texhoma, Okla., reported receipts of 1,060 head Nov. 18, compared to 450 head last week and 950 head last year,
Springfield livestock sales report The Springfield Livestock Marketing Center, Springfield, Mo., reported receipts of 2,070 head Nov. 18, compared to 3,079 head last week and 2,720 head last
North Arkansas livestock sales The North Arkansas Livestock, Green Forest, Ark., Little Rock, Ark., reported receipts of 885 head Nov. 18, compared to 2,571 head last week and
OKC West livestock market report The OKC West Livestock Market Inc., El Reno, Okla., reported receipts of 5,519 head Nov. 18, compared to 9,014 head last week and 6,652
McAlester livestock sales report The McAlester Union Livestock Market, McAlester, Okla., reported receipts of 2,930 head Nov. 17, compared to 3,835 head last week and 3,815 head last
Amarillo livestock sales report The Amarillo Livestock Auction, Amarillo, Texas, reported receipts of 1,392 head Nov. 17, compared to 2,277 head last week and 1,118 head last year,
Tulsa livestock auction report The Tulsa Stockyards, Tulsa, Okla., reported receipts of 2,912 head Nov. 16, compared to 6,023 head last week and 3,833 head last year, according
Tulia livestock auction report The Tulia Livestock Auction, Tulia, Texas, reported receipts of 2,092 head Nov. 16, compared to 2,170 head last week and 3,539 head last year,
St. Joseph feeder pigs The St. Joseph Feeder Pig Auction, St. Joseph, Mo., Nov. 17, reported receipts of 150 head, according to the USDA-Missouri Department of Agriculture market
Sioux Falls sheep sales report The Sioux Falls sheep auction, Sioux Falls, S.D., reported receipts of 329 head Nov. 17, compare to 460 head last week and 742 head
Joplin livestock auction report The Joplin Regional Stockyards, Joplin, Mo., reported receipts of 4,134 head Nov. 16, compared to 6,215 head last week and 7,379 head last year,
Woodward livestock sales report The Woodward Livestock Market, Woodward, Okla., reported receipts of 6,750 head Nov. 13, compared to 7,835 head last week and 7,100 head last year,
St. Onge livestock sales report The St. Onge Livestock Sales Co., Ltd., St. Onge, S.D., reported receipts of 3,048 head Nov. 13, compared to 6,045 head last week and
Lexington livestock sales report The Lexington Livestock Market, Lexington, Neb., reported receipts of 2,850 head Nov. 13, compared to 2,900 head last week and 1,750 head last year,
High Plains slaughter news report High Plains weighted average direct slaughter cattle sales for the week ending Nov. 15, totaled 114,804 head, compared to 106,394 head last week and
Goldthwaite sheep sales report The Mills County Commission Co., Goldthwaite, Texas, reported receipts of 2,812 head Nov. 13, compared to 2,404 head last week and 2,569 head last
Dalhart livestock sales report The Cattleman's Livestock Auction, Dalhart, Texas, reported receipts of 3,493 head Nov. 12, compare to 2,945 head last week and 2,958 head last year,
Arkansas livestock sales summary The weekly summary of livestock sales in Arkansas for the week ending Nov. 12, showed estimated receipts of 14,010 head Nov. 12, compared to
Apache livestock sales report Stockman's Livestock Inc., Apache, Okla., reported receipts of 3,766 head Nov. 12, compared to 3,410 head last week and 4,838 head last year, according
South Central Direct sheep sales The South Central Direct Sheep sales report for the week ending Nov. 13, totaled 800 head of sheep, 250 head of replacement ewes and
Presho livestock sales report The Presho Livestock Auction, Presho, S.D., reported receipts of 1,360 head Nov. 12, compared to 5,653 head last week and 2,190 head last year,
Pratt livestock sales report Pratt Livestock Sales Inc., Pratt, Kan., reported receipts of 1,798 head, Nov. 12, compared to 1,028 head, last week and 2,261 head, last year,
Newell sheep sales report St. Onge Livestock Co., Ltd., Newell, S.D., reported receipts of 3,086 head Nov. 12, compared to 6,295 head last week and 2,563 head last
Clovis livestock sales report The Clovis Livestock Auction, Clovis, N.M., reported receipts of 4,635 head Nov. 11, compared to 5,090 head last week and 4,045 head last year,
Ada livestock sales report The Southern Oklahoma Livestock Auction, Ada, Okla., reported receipts of 2,925 head Nov. 11, compared to 2,680 head last week and 2,395 head last
Explaining the reason "But we feed people!" As redundant as it may sound, we are required on a daily basis to make the case for the importance
Horse trainer battles brain aneurysm SHELBYVILLE, Tenn. (AP)--When Jerry Williams left the hospital, a baby in his mother's arms, it was 38 years before he'd ever have to go
Potato research project feeds the hungry Texas Texas AgriLife Research scientists had perfectly good potatoes laying in the field after a field study. Michael Hoy was a Boy
Charolais results from American Royal announced The Royal Breeder's Ten Grand Sale was a success selling several impressive females to breeders across the country. During the sale, the Missouri
CCA members Recruiting for the Cure Colorado The Colorado Cattlemen's Association is giving back to the Colorado community by donating to breast cancer research for each new member recruited
2010 Kansas Workforce Summit Jan. 20 and 21 Kansas Western Kansas Manufacturers Association is sponsoring the annual Kansas Workforce Summit. The 2010 Kansas Workforce Summit "Going for the Green" will
Keeping the shelves stocked It's a sad state of affairs. Rural America is largely responsible for a safe, wholesome and plentiful food supply for our country and many
Rodeo won't be invited back in 2014, group FARMINGTON, N.M. (AP)--The National High School Finals Rodeo will not be invited back to northwestern New Mexico in 2014. The Tres Rios High School
Combine fires more common this fall BISMARCK, N.D. (AP)--North Dakota sunflower farmers are facing not only wet harvest conditions, they're also dealing with more combine fires. Larry Neubauer, who farms
Dakotas might see record sunflower yields BISMARCK, N.D. (AP)--Sunflower crops could set records in the nation's top two producing states this year, helping to blunt a drop in nationwide production
Studying fertilizers to cut greenhouse gases Agricultural Research Service scientists have found that using alternative types of fertilizers can cut back on greenhouse gas emissions, at least in one part
Most of state gets some moisture Colorado Most of the state received moisture near the end of the week due to a snowstorm, according to the National Agricultural Statistics
Fungi may hold key to reducing grapefruit juice A fungus may help solve a problem of a grapefruit compound that interacts negatively with certain prescription drugs, according to studies by Agricultural Research
Celebrate Thanksgiving with value Americans are watching their budgets, but no one wants to compromise on one of the most treasured meals of the year. Trust the
Eklund recognized as Red Angus Personality of the Texas John Eklund of Van Alstyne, Texas, was recognized as the Red Angus Personality of the Year at the National Red Angus Convention
NALF annual meeting to join National Limousin show, North American Limousin Foundation members and Limousin admirers from around the world will gather at the National Western Stock Show, Jan. 7 to
Give thanks for pumpkin pie We must give thanks to the inventive cook who decided that the big orange vegetable growing out there in the corn patch could be
Scientists find ozone levels already affecting soybean yields Current atmospheric ozone levels are already suppressing soybean yields, according to Agricultural Research Service scientists and university cooperators studying the effect of global climate
Hard-hit community learns to grow food WILMINGTON, Ohio (AP)--Many of the new gardeners didn't know how to grow vegetables, and weren't sure what to do with them once they did.
Predicting the environmental effects of transgenic Bt crop Potential risks from new transgenic Bt crop lines can be assessed using carefully controlled laboratory tests, according to findings of a study by Agricultural
West Texas wineries bloom despite bad crop MIDLAND, Texas (AP)--Scrunching her face slightly, Carla Bryant lowered the wine glass from her mouth and dumped the remainder of her Late Harvest Riesling
UN agency: Food prices in poor countries stay ROME (AP)--A U.N. agency says food prices in poor countries remain stubbornly high despite a good world cereal production this year. The Rome-based Food
Deadline Nov. 20 for new grazing lands initiative South Dakota South Dakota livestock producers can apply for the Grazing Lands Sustainability Initiative, a management-oriented incentive to improve drought sustainability on grasslands.
A backyard haven for wildlife birdbaths, feeders entice Once the growing season is done and the gardening equipment has been put away, many homeowners invite birds into their home landscape. It's
South Dakota wine industry growing RAPID CITY, S.D. (AP)--Prairie Berry Winery saw double-digit growth this summer in the number of visitors at its Hill City winery and shop, a
New officers picked for SD Beef Industry Council PIERRE, S.D. (AP)--After serving two terms as vice president, Merrill Karlen of Oacoma has been selected president of the South Dakota Beef Industry Council.
Hereford youth awarded $24,750 in scholarships National Junior Hereford Association members were awarded nearly $25,000 in scholarships from the Hereford Youth Foundation of America Oct. 31, during the American Hereford
American Royal Hereford champions named Golden Oak Outcross 18U and KLD BR Carol Neon D85 ET won the grand champion bull and female titles at the 2009 American Royal
Texas researcher shares $3.1 million National Science Foundation Dr. Qingyi Yu, Texas AgriLife Research plant molecular biologist in Weslaco, will be part of a $3.1 million National Science Foundation grant to study
Oklahoma trainer faces life's challenges head on STILLWATER, Okla. (AP)--Jennifer Cunningham takes her joy from family, her passion from horses and her strength from her faith. But she takes her creed
Fall leaf piles not all fun and games Just try to tell me that the sight of a multi-colored pile of freshly raked leaves doesn't nudge you towards the urge of belly-flopping
AgriLife Extension to conduct Schleicher County training Nov. Texas The Texas AgriLife Extension Service offices of Schleicher and Sutton counties will conduct a public continuing education unit training beginning at 8:30
Scientists plot genetic ploy against grain pest Aided by a genomic map of the red flour beetle, Tribolium castaneum, Agricultural Research Service and university scientists are plotting a kind of genetic
Sellers say processor often paid late SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (AP)--Prosecutors pressed livestock sellers to acknowledge that an Iowa kosher slaughterhouse was often late with payments as they try to prove
Some NM horse trainers use love rather than FARMINGTON, N.M. (AP)--Josy Pyne bought her first horse at age 48, following a bout with breast cancer. Following her triumph over cancer, horse riding
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