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In southwestern Minnesota, Preston Maurer works alongside his dad, Rick, on their family farm where they raise corn, soybeans, wheat and hogs. After he returned home from college, they found themselves stretched thin.

No one can argue the ability to export “more” of the pig to more places around the world is important. Nebraska pork producer Bill Luckey says ability to diversify opportunities around the world is highly valuable.

Iowa State University’s Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory (VDL) is set to revolutionize molecular diagnostic testing with the introduction of a cutting-edge machine—the “SmartChip.”

While Sen. McConnell says the budget has little give, Sen. Boozeman has consistently said he will not support a farm bill that doesn’t provide an increase in the Price Loss Coverage (PLC) program’s reference prices.

Through a variety of employee engagement opportunities Christesen Farms “strives to provide employees with an experience that supports team members’ differing needs” says Tim Fossen, director of human resources.

While many tools for managing risk exist for livestock producers today, livestock risk protection (LRP) might be an option for producers to consider no matter how large or small the operation.

Families can expect to pay $67.73 to host an Independence Day cookout for 10 people, the American Farm Bureau Federation reports, a decrease of 3% year over year, yet 14% higher than two years ago.

The Ag Economists’ Monthly Monitor is a new survey of nearly 50 economists. Most ag economists agree the next 12 months could produce more financial pressure for agriculture, but their views vary depending on commodity.

Areas in the upper Midwest, Mid-South and Mid-Atlantic are being impacted. The American Veterinary Medical Association says to monitor animals as well as people and take precautions to keep everyone safe.

World-renowned swine researcher Mike Ellis received the 2023 John B. Swisher Leadership Award from United Animal Health at the World Pork Expo, celebrating his lifelong contributions to the swine industry.