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Ranchers Now Faced With Difficult Decisions As Drought and Wildfires Wage War on the Plains
Ranchers Now Faced With Difficult Decisions As Drought and Wildfires Wage War on the Plains

High winds and eerily dry conditions across Kansas and the Southern Plains have created what’s been a battleground for continuous wildfires this year, as the fires are robbing some ranchers of vital grass.

Trapped by Raging Wildfires in December, Kansas Ranchers Share Staggering Story of Survival
Trapped by Raging Wildfires in December, Kansas Ranchers Share Staggering Story of Survival

Bar S Ranch was devastated by wildfire in December. The family lost 200 head of cattle, houses and barns. Grateful to be alive to share their story of survival, the family is thankful for donations and support since.

From the Flames: A Lesson in Thanksgiving from a Man Who Survived a Raging Oklahoma Wildfire
From the Flames: A Lesson in Thanksgiving from a Man Who Survived a Raging Oklahoma Wildfire

When nearly 300,000 Oklahoma acres burned in April of 2018, Terry Burleson found himself caught in the wind-driven flames. His escape is nothing short of a miracle.

As California Wildfires Rage, State Leaders, Students and Veterinarians Launch Effort to Help Rescue Livestock
As California Wildfires Rage, State Leaders, Students and Veterinarians Launch Effort to Help Rescue Livestock

Western wildfires continue to rage in the west, as California's biggest wildfire is leading to widespread evacuations of livestock. And now there are efforts underway to care for animals left behind.

The Woolsey wildfire destroyed the western town movie set at Paramount Ranch.
Woolsey Fire Destroys Historic California Movie Set

The Woolsey wildfire destroyed the western town movie set at Paramount Ranch.

While we can't always prevent disasters such as fires or floods, preparation and coordinated response can help minimize losses.
Prepare Now for Livestock Disasters and Emergencies

A new collaborative resource draws on experience and expertise of veterinarians and industry professionals who have worked on the front lines in cattle emergencies.

Nearly $2 Billion for 2017 Hurricane, Wildfire Aid Offered to Farmers
Nearly $2 Billion for 2017 Hurricane, Wildfire Aid Offered to Farmers

Producers impacted by wildfires and hurricanes in 2017 are eligible for monetary assistance to rebuild and recover on their farms through the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA).

USDA Meteorologist Releases Weather Forecast
USDA Meteorologist Releases Weather Forecast

As the northern stretches of the U.S. are dealing with one of the coldest April on record, planters are slowly starting to unfreeze.

More than anything Oklahoma ranchers need hay, says Dave Deken, Oklahoma State University.
Hay Urgently Needed In Oklahoma; 5 Resources For Disaster Assistance

Farmers and ranchers affected by wildfires are in desperate need of hay and other supplies. Blizzard conditions this past weekend in states north also created need for forage and government disaster assistance.

A cow struggles to keep its head above floodwater during Hurricane Harvey near Fulton, Texas, August 26, 2017.
$2.36 Billion in Aid Available for 2017 Hurricane, Wildfire Ag Losses

Up to $2.36 billion of disaster payments will be available to farmers and ranchers who need aid following last year’s hurricanes and wildfires.

More Assistance for Livestock Producers with Disaster Aid Measure
More Assistance for Livestock Producers with Disaster Aid Measure

The disaster aid package would benefit those who are impacted from events like last year’s wildfires or hurricanes.

Pineapple Express Targeting California

Get ready California, here comes the Pineapple Express and it’s expected to bring plenty of rain and snow.