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| | By Burt Rutherford While robust procedures are in place to prevent foot-and-mouth disease from entering the U.S., one veterinarian thinks it’s just a matter of time. | | By Robert Waggener Montana rancher turns to solar wells and a little innovation to keep cattle watered. | Advertisement See fewer horn flies biting into your business with Purina® Wind And Rain® Mineral with Fly Control. It also nearly eliminates clumping for less waste. |
| | By Nevil Speer There is now fully one-third of the U.S. cowherd in states rated poor or very poor for pasture conditions. That will play out in a number of ways this fall. | | Market Audio from Ed Czerwien | By Ed Czerwien Consumers are firing up the grills, again. The daily Choice rib primal ended the week $4 higher and then continued to increase even more; no doubt due to a return to grilling demand. | Advertisement 2018 Farm Progress Show, Aug. 28-30, Boone, Iowa. Nation's largest outdoor farm show! 600+ exhibitors - latest ag technology, products, services, field demonstrations… more! |
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