An extension agronomist with Kansas State University says recent rainfall could help increase winter wheat yields. Tina Sullivan, who covers northeast Kansas, says moisture in the last two weeks has improved crop conditions. “We were a little concerned when the USDA came out with that 40 to 50 bushels per acre and some of our…… Continue Reading
Chinese researchers charged with smuggling “potential agroterroism weapon”
A U.S. Attorney has charged two citizens of the Peoples’s Republic of China for smuggling a potential agroterroism weapon, conspiracy, and visa fraud. A Federal Bureau of Investigation agent arrested the couple for lying about smuggling Fusairum graminearum through the Detroit Metropolitan Airport. The criminal complaint alleges a University of Michigan postdoctoral fellow received Chinese…… Continue Reading
Co-infections make swine disease management more challenging
Boehringer-Ingelheim senior account veterinarian Dr. JD Fiechtner says recent studies reinforce a troubling truth for pork producers, health and performance outcomes in modern swine production are shaped by pathogen interplay. The post Co-infections make swine disease management more challenging appeared first on Brownfield Ag News. … Continue Reading
A potential shift in the cow herd
A livestock economist says there has been a decline in beef cow slaughter. Kenny Burdine with the University of Kentucky says, “Now certainly not 17% like it’s been so far, but that is a factor,” he says. He says producers culled cows at a higher rate in 2021, 2022, and 2023. “We’ve made some of…… Continue Reading
A Young Boy With Cancer is Asking For Jason Aldean’s Help
Thirteen-year-old Devarje “DJ” Daniel is hoping to raise funds for children battling cancer — and he needs Jason Aldean’s help to do it. Continue reading…… Continue Reading
Feed additives provide multiple benefits for swine
Fortiva director of additives Stacie Crowder says getting pigs started is one of the biggest challenges facing pork producers. She tells Brownfield feed additives can support pigs through the tougher spots, like weaning and finishing. The post Feed additives provide multiple benefits for swine appeared first on Brownfield Ag News. … Continue Reading
NOVUS working to help piglets get off to strong start
NOVUS International technical services manager Alex Hintz says feed sanitation and feed biosecurity are hot topics in the swine industry. He tells Brownfield nursery pigs are the most vulnerable coming into the barn, and NOVUS can help get them on feed in a quick, safe, and clean manor. The post NOVUS working to help piglets…… Continue Reading
Carrie Underwood Reveals The Opry’s Sparkling New Microphone
Underwood’s mic stand unveiling added a touch of glam to the Opry’s centennial celebration. Continue reading…… Continue Reading
Swine diseases a concern for pork producers attending World Pork Expo
Domestic swine diseases are a concern for U.S. pork producers gathering in Des Moines for World Pork Expo this week. National Pork Producers Council CEO Bryan Humphreys says there continue to be outbreaks of Porcine Reproductive and Respiratory Syndrome. “I don’t know of a single pork producer that hasn’t struggled with this horrific disease that…… Continue Reading
Jon Pardi’s Daughter Loves Her Adorable Bedroom on His New Bus
Her reaction is priceless. Continue reading…… Continue Reading
