by Dustin Hoffmann | Jun 19, 2026 | 5 Ag Stories, News
Claw health may not be the first thing producers think about when evaluating sow performance, but researchers say it can have a significant impact on longevity, productivity, and overall herd performance. Many of the factors that ultimately lead to a sow leaving the...
by Dustin Hoffmann | Jun 18, 2026 | 5 Ag Stories, News
The effort to prevent New World Screwworm from reestablishing itself in the United States continues on multiple fronts. While officials are expanding the infrastructure needed to combat the pest, animal health experts say success will also depend on vigilance and...
by Dustin Hoffmann | Jun 17, 2026 | 5 Ag Stories, News
Corn rootworm larvae are already active in many Iowa fields, but much of the damage they cause remains hidden below the soil surface. Agronomists say that makes scouting and monitoring especially important, even when crops appear healthy above ground. Dan Etter, a...
by Dustin Hoffmann | Jun 16, 2026 | 5 Ag Stories, News
The story of George Washington and a cherry tree has long been part of American folklore. While historians have dismissed that tale as fiction, a recent discovery at Mount Vernon has revealed a very real connection between the nation’s first president and the...
by Dustin Hoffmann | Jun 15, 2026 | 5 Ag Stories, News
Southeast Asia is becoming one of the most promising growth regions for U.S. grain exports. Rising populations, expanding economies, and a growing middle class are creating new demand for livestock feed, food ingredients, and transportation fuels across the region....
