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USDA surveying conservation programs
USDA is conducting a survey to help farmers protect the environment and maintain productive farmland.
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South Dakota dairy farmer strives to keep cows comfortable
Josh Winquist, a dairy farmer in South Dakota, shares his personal philosophy on farming: the dairy farm is a great place to raise our family. Winquist strives to keep his cows extremely comfortable and provide them with a balanced diet to keep them producing high-quality milk.
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Kansas Gov. wants state to be an animal ag “powerhouse”
Kansas Gov. Sam Brownback cited several reasons that will play important roles in realizing his vision for the state’s growth in animal agriculture. “We are a good agricultural grain region with the talent, leadership, technology and investment, which all line up very well for us to expand in dairy and pork.”
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Drought could continue without soil recharge
Elwynn Taylor, Iowa State University meteorologist, explains that the impact of the drought could continue if the states of Iowa and Illinois have less than 18 inches of moisture.
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Camera maximizes calving care
At the Holterman's dairy farm in Watertown, Wis., workers are able to monitor the progress of labor and birth by using a mounted camera. This process allows employees to maximize the care of the animal at the time when she needs to most.
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2012 World Dairy Expo is underway
World Dairy Expo is currently underway in Madison, Wis., and the Expo's General Manager Mark Clarke joined AgriTalk to discuss the 2012 show.
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GrainTV: Higher dollar index weighs on market
Tune in to GrainTV to see Brock and Logan discuss the FC Stone projections, snow forecasts, and Brazilian soybean production.
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Preparing for big cows, big bucks at World Dairy Expo
The World Dairy Expo is coming to Madison, and set-up for the event is in full swing. The area sees a $50 million boost from the event, making the "Super Bowl" of the dairy industry a success for both dairy farmers and the state's economy.
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Students revolt against Michelle Obama’s lunch menu
While the intentions of the Hunger-Free Kids Act of 2010, championed by First Lady Michelle Obama, may provide healthier school lunches, students are making it clear that these lunches just won’t cut it. In a new music video parody, students are fighting back.
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GrainTV: Corn, soybean markets gaining traction
Grains turning positive after slight sell-off yesterday. Tune in to GrainTV to see Brock and Logan discuss how the market is getting some traction.
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Modern production, old-school marketing
Ron Locke, managing partner at Top o’ the Morn Farms, a family owned dairy near Tulare, California, has launched a program to market milk locally. He discusses the operation’s dedication to animal health and milk quality.
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- Vilsack: Taking time to remember the fallen
- Ag markets diverge just before the long holiday weekend
- Study suggests dairy herd water quality linked to milk production
- Wis. lawmakers question challenges to large wells
- Traders evening up positions ahead of the weekend Friday
- Bio-Vet and Keller break ground on new facility
- Seven jobs more dangerous than farming
- White House urges Senate to cut crop insurance in farm bill
- Class III futures close out quietly last week
- 4 rules for growing a business or industry
- Drop in U.S. underground water levels has accelerated
- Ongoing wave of Calif. metal theft prompts further legislation
