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USDA has granted Mr. Claus and his reindeer a special permit to enter the U.S., ensuring a seamless journey for the joy they bring each holiday season.

While the Farmers’ Almanac and Old Farmer’s Almanac are both backward looking – derived from past data that come close to current conditions. Weather agencies are tending more toward predictive computer models.

From the election to world trade, as well as geopolitical factors that have the potential to shape agriculture in 2024, the December Ag Economists’ Monthly Monitor shows the possibility of several economic surprises.

Infectious diseases such as PED, PRRS and influenza can be transmitted through contaminated airborne particles. A variety of industries use technologies to control aerosolized emissions. An extensive review is now out.

The Deb and Jeff Hansen Foundation celebrated another successful Operation Christmas Meal this December, distributing 24,000 pork loins to 23 communities across Iowa during the annual event.

When I opened the door, my jaw dropped. Despite what every mother in her right mind would be tempted to do in that moment, I paused when I saw her black heels in the middle of the mess.

A paradigm shift occurred in domestic grocery landscape in the late 1990’s, away from traditional in-store meat cutting. The rapid changes resulted in processors building entire facilities to fulfill retailers’ needs.

Here’s a look at the 2024 line-up for SowBridge, the distance educational series for those who work with sows, boars and piglets, and with genetic and reproductive issues.

Animal Agriculture Alliance releases reports from 2023 animal rights conferences. Food chain urged to prepare for activism in 2024 including “open rescue,” legislative campaigns and pressure to drop meat from menus.