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Georgia heat takes toll on dairy production
The oppressive heat Georgia has experienced this summer is taking a toll on dairy producers. Not only is the heat dangerous to the cows, it lowers milk production. That leads to higher prices for consumers. Damon Jones has the details.
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Preventing runoff into the Mississippi River
Keeping farm field runoff from reaching the Mississippi River is the focus of a U.S. Department of Agriculture conservation effort centered in Missouri.
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Nitrate toxicity in corn (video)
Daren Redfearn discusses nitrate toxicity concerns in drought-damaged corn that could be harvested for silage or hay and encourages producers to utilize lab testing before feeding it to livestock.
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Dairy Management: Utilizing the CREP program
A Benton County dairy farmer is utilizing a federal conservation program to improve the quality of the Illinois River watershed.
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Do dairy on a budget
Even if you're on a tight budget you don't have to cut dairy products from your diet. Michelle Rook looks at some money saving ways to stretch your dollar and include dairy.
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Proposed California high-speed train takes out dairy farm
Dennis Areias, a dairy farmer from Los Banos, Calif., discusses the damage the proposed high-speed train will do to his farm.
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Fiscalini Farms algae project
Fiscalini Farms of Modesto, Calif., discusses a new algae project it will soon be breaking ground on.
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USDA report: Tough summer weather predicted for much of the country
This Spring's extreme weather is going to continue for much of the country. The USDA's Bob Ellison has more.
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Farmers using social media - Ray Prock Jr.
Here is what Ray Prock Jr., owner of Ray-Lin Dairy, uses social media and the differences he has seen in his operation. Click here for a look at how farmers can use social media to their advantage.
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Michigan dairy cows like their condiments, too
The dairy cows at Reid Dairy Farm in Jeddo, Michigan enjoy pickles and chili peppers as part of a specialized, balanced diet.
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USDA Report: Dairy prices at grocery store going up
Consumers are seeing higher prices for dairy products. The USDA's Bob Ellison has more.
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