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Industry leaders say beef imports from Argentina could pressure U.S. cattle markets

The Trump administration says it is considering purchasing beef from Argentina to help lower retail prices in the U.S. The President made his comments aboard Air Force One on Sunday. Ethan Lane, senior vice president of the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association says there are ongoing concerns about beef coming in from South American countries. “They have not…… Continue Reading

Nearly 20,000 commercial egg layers impacted by HPAI in northern Indiana

Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza has been detected in a commercial egg layer facility in LaGrange County, Indiana. The Indiana State Board of Animal Health says 19,570 birds will be depopulated and an approximately 6.2-mile control area with a more than 12-mile surveillance zone in portions of LaGrange, Elkhart, and Noble counties has been established. Indiana is a leading producer…… Continue Reading

New guide helps protect family farms in succession planning process

An ag attorney with Ohio State University’s Agricultural and Resource Law Program says having the right succession plan in place is essential to protecting the farm for the next generation. Robert Moore says understanding the importance of land values is critical to the planning process. “Knowing what the value of the property and what the tax basis…… Continue Reading