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Meyer: Beef, China The Biggest Takeaways from February Reports
Meyer: Beef, China The Biggest Takeaways from February Reports
Meyer: Beef, China The Biggest Takeaways from February Reports
While there may not have been a ton of news and information to come from the February crop production, supply and demand forecasts, there were a few nuggets of data mixed in.  USDA chief economist Seth Meyer said one of the biggest take aways has to do with this month's beef production and price forecast.   ...
Protecting Your Cattle From Pasture Parasites
Protecting Your Cattle From Pasture Parasites
Protecting Your Cattle From Pasture Parasites
Parasites will be close by when cattle are out on pasture.  Good pasture management and a strategic deworming protocol can limit the chances of parasites affecting the efficiency and performance of your beef herd.  Dr. D.L Step, a professional services veterinarian with Boehringer-Ingelheim, said there are protocols that will help control parasite problems during grazing season.   “...
Risch, Barrasso Introduce RANCH Act
Risch, Barrasso Introduce RANCH Act
Risch, Barrasso Introduce RANCH Act
Last week, Idaho senator Jim Risch and Wyoming senator John Barrasso introduced the Resiliency for Ranching and Natural Conservation Health (RANCH) Act.  They say the legislation promotes resilient and healthy rangelands and effective grazing management across the West.  The RANCH Ac...
UI To Host "Waste To Worth" Conference
UI To Host "Waste To Worth" Conference
UI To Host "Waste To Worth" Conference
The University of Idaho and the Idaho Sustainable Agriculture Initiative for Dairy will host a national conference in the coming months focused on finding creative and valuable ways to make use of animal waste.   The Waste to Worth Conference will take place at the Grove Hotel in Boise, April 7th-11th.  Or...
House Passes Key Land Management Bills
House Passes Key Land Management Bills
House Passes Key Land Management Bills
Many in the Ag community applauded the House's recent passage of two land management bills; the ACRES Act and the Fix Our Forests Act.    Supporters say the Fix Our Forests Act will: Simplify and expedite environmental reviews for forest management projects without reducing environmental standards. End needless delays to forest manage ... Read More ...
Angus Foundation Highlights January Success
Angus Foundation Highlights January Success
Angus Foundation Highlights January Success
According to the Angus Foundation, January successfully launched an exciting new year, bringing with it numerous opportunities to advance education, youth, and research.  Thanks to the enthusiastic and generous support garnered through the events held in conjunction with the Cattlemen’s Congress in Oklahoma City, this year is shaping up to be another year of impact for the Foundation.  Contributio
Oregon Cat Tests Positive For HPAI
Oregon Cat Tests Positive For HPAI
Oregon Cat Tests Positive For HPAI
On Friday, the Oregon Department of Agriculture confirmed that a Washington County cat had tested positive for Highly Pathogenic Avian influenza, more specifically avian influenza type A H5N1.  ODA said the outdoor cat with a history of exposure to wild waterfowl was examined by a veterinarian after exhibiting symptoms, including a fever, runny nose and eyes, lethargy, difficulty breathing and los

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