Liver flukes are a growing problem for cattle producers

Liver flukes are a growing problem for cattle producers

Previously only an issue for cattle producers in the wet regions of the Gulf and Pacific coasts, liver flukes have become a growing problem for producers across the country. David Shirbroun, professional services veterinarian with Boehringer Ingelheim, said liver flukes are hard to detect since many cattle don’t exhibit outward symptoms. Shirbroun said the movement of cattle from the south has led to the spread of liver flukes. As it is with many diseases and pests, Shirbroun said the best...

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Previewing the November USDA Cattle on Feed report

Previewing the November USDA Cattle on Feed report

USDA will publish the November Cattle on Feed report on Friday November 22nd at 2pm central time. The monthly report offers data on the number of cattle on feed, placements in feedlots, and marketings. At this point in 2024 many analysts had expected to see the number...

Talking with the EPA Part 1

Talking with the EPA Part 1

Last week, I attended the National Association of Farm Broadcasting annual convention in Kansas City. With so many broadcasters from all over the country, the convention was a hotbed of topics that were both regional and national in nature. One organization that would...

Food Bank of Iowa receives third annual “Meat the Need” donation

Food Bank of Iowa receives third annual “Meat the Need” donation

Food insecurity continues to be a problem across the state of Iowa, which means that many Iowans- some of whom might even be your neighbors- don’t have the proper access to nutritious food. As the top ag state in the country, Iowa is naturally poised to be able to...

South American Weather and Crop Update (11-19-24)

South American Weather and Crop Update (11-19-24)

The weather is shifting slightly drier in Brazil, but it’s not enough to raise any concerns yet. Argentina is still seeing great rains. Allendale commodity broker Greg McBride gave an update on the latest conditions in South America. McBride said planting progress...

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Talking with the EPA Part 1

Talking with the EPA Part 1

Last week, I attended the National Association of Farm Broadcasting annual convention in Kansas City. With so many broadcasters from all over the country, the convention was a hotbed of topics that were both regional and national in nature. One organization that would...