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After a heifer calf hits the ground, what are the chances she will survive calfhood, reach the breeding pen, become pregnant and deliver a healthy calf herself?

Based on a farmer poll and the Ag Economists’ Monthly Monitor, farmers and economists differ on whether Harris or Trump would be better for agriculture, particularly when it comes to trade.

Inflation in September was higher than expected, up 0.3% from August and +2.4% versus September 2023, compared to calls for +0.2% month-over-month and +2.3% year-over-year.

Demand for MPCs takes milk from dryers, lowering milk powder output.

Ag Secretary Tom Vilsack recently announced that $11.04 million in new funding will be issued to help support dairy businesses and producers under the Dairy Business Innovation Initiatives (DBI) grant program.

Facilities, genetics, nutrition, stockmanship and marketing are some of the impotant factors to consider in the transition process.

Could increasing colostrum volume delivery help calves better navigate cold stress? Brazilian researcher Carla Bittar shares her insights on adjusting colostrum dosage for winter-born calves.

Calm in the spot markets translated to a lack of fireworks in futures.

USDA forecasts agricultural exports at $173.5 billion and imports at a record $204 billion for a projected record trade deficit of $30.5 billion.

August was yet another strong month for cheese exports with 94 million pounds shipped out, explaining part of why spot cheese prices went on a run higher in September.