New World screwworm makes appearance in Florida’s mainland
A destructive parasite found in livestock and other warm-blooded animals was said to be eliminated during the late 20th Century. [...]
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Rare hybrid ‘blob’ quail bagged near Big Spring
Dr. Dale Rollins, executive director of the Rolling Plains Quail Research Ranch, has been hunting quail for 50 years. He had [...]
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01, 2017
AFBF economic team gives strategic view of ag sector
While farm income is down across the board, today’s farm economy is noticeably different than it was in the 1980s, [...]
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01, 2017
Farm succession planning requires careful thought
Farm succession planning is complex and requires careful thought, according to David Marrison, associate professor, The Ohio State University Extension. [...]
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01, 2017
Outlook for U.S. crop prices continues to be below average
The U.S. grain price outlook and crop demand for 2017-2018 will likely show no major changes, according to Dr. Pat [...]
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01, 2017
Expanding herds, growing supply offset by strong demand
Consumers should see ample supplies of their favorite meats in 2017. Brisk demand will keep prices from falling too much [...]
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01, 2017
U.S.-Cuba ag trade poised for growth
Opening trade with Cuba presents clear market opportunities for U.S. agriculture. Experts at a workshop at the 2017 American Farm [...]
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01, 2017
Texans in top 10 in AFBF contests
By Julie Tomascik Editor Texas had a strong presence in the Young Farmer & Rancher competitions at the 98th American [...]
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01, 2017
Stallman honored with AFBF Distinguished Service Award
The American Farm Bureau Federation presented one of its highest honors, the Distinguished Service Award, to Bob Stallman during AFBF’s [...]
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01, 2017
U.S. Farmers & Ranchers Alliance debuts SMART Farm
The U.S. Farmers & Ranchers Alliance® (USFRA) recently introduced a new communications concept, called SMART Farm, aimed at bridging the [...]