NOAA has listed the current climate conditions in the Pacific as “favorable” for La Niña with chances for the pattern to develop set at 55%.

Tue July 20, 2021

Creep feeding is not cost-effective for commercial cow/calf operations in most circumstances.

Tue July 20, 2021

In a drought year, livestock management decisions become more difficult when feed resources are limited.

Tue July 20, 2021

Mineral nutrition is complex, with different macro minerals (required as percentage of diet) and micro minerals (required in ppm of diet) that are of concern.

Tue July 20, 2021

Rising feed prices continue to be reflected in feeder cattle markets. 

Mon July 19, 2021

Interest rates on agricultural loans made by commercial banks increased slightly for some types of lending, but remained historically low through the first half of 2021.

Mon July 19, 2021

Space and exercise could be almost as important as food and water to the successful development of beef heifers raised in drylots

Mon July 19, 2021

Beef Production Remains Unchanged as the Drought Continues -- Cattle Prices Are Forecast Higher in the Second Half of 2021 and in 2022.

Sun July 18, 2021

What’s next for processors, producers, ranchers, and other stakeholders in the livestock industry?

Thu July 15, 2021

For the 6th straight week, Extreme (D3) to Exceptional (D4) drought in the West has set a U.S. Drought Monitor record, now covering 56.8% of the region.

Thu July 15, 2021

Corn Production Projections Raised, Barley and Oats Lowered for 2021/22

Thu July 15, 2021

New Jersey Sen. Cory Booker re-introduced his Farm System Reform Act, a bill he says would “transform a broken system.” Similar legislation was introduced in the House by Congressman Ro Khanna (D-CA). The lawmakers claim the legislation will “create a level playing field” for independent family farms.

Wed July 14, 2021