CattleFax: Cattle and beef prices will continue to break records
WEBFeb 5, 2024 · Beef prices and demand will stay high. People still love their beef, and premium prices haven’t slowed that demand. Retail Beef prices are expected to average $7.90/pound, and while higher beef prices may soften consumer purchasing habits, Good predicted the consumer preference for the quality, consistency, and safety of U.S. beef would continue to support relatively strong demand.
What are the five symbols of the FFA emblem? - AGDAILY
WEBJun 19, 2018 · When you look down at that iconic FFA Emblem on your blue corduroy jacket, there’s a lot to take in. But do you know what it all means? The National FFA Emblem dates back to 1926 when Henry Groseclose was working on developing the Future Farmers of Virginia constitution and bylaws. Digging through some ag materials from Denmark, Groseclose stumbled upon an image of an owl perched on top of a ...
The 2024 expert's guide to cover crops in the U.S. - AGDAILY
WEBJun 14, 2024 · Cover crops have become one of the ag industry’s most exciting and valuable trends in recent years, and for good reason: Covers have been shown to build healthy sustainable soil and contribute to higher crop productivity. But part of maximizing your success means finding the right cover crops for your land, and that’s not always an easy thing to do.
Top 7 U.S. dairy cattle breeds - AGDAILY
WEBJan 4, 2022 · Jersey. The Jersey is the smallest major dairy cattle breed, weighing in at between 800 to 1,200 pounds when mature. Jersey cows range in color from dark to light fawn, with or without white marks. They are known for their friendly personality, heat tolerance, feed efficiency, and producing rich milk, high in butterfat, which is great for making cheese and ice cream (yum!).
Animal Agriculture Terminology 101: Words & their meanings
WEBOct 6, 2020 · Are you somewhat new to agriculture or just want to learn more about ag terminology? Below is a little bit of an “Ag 101” lesson in basic farm animal terms that you would hear when talking with any farmer or rancher!
10 farming and ranching YouTubers to subscribe to now
WEBJan 16, 2024 · 1. Millennial Farmer. The Millennial Farmer is otherwise known as Zach Johnson, a fifth-generation farmer from west central Minnesota. Zach makes videos about daily life on his family farm. With over 1 million subscribers, Zach’s content serves as a great resource to other farmers and starts a conversation about farming with the public.
5 common types of hay found in the U.S. | AGDAILY
WEBMar 3, 2021 · Image by Michael R Brown, Shutterstock. If you’re going to be baling hay this year, be sure to check out this piece on things to keep in mind.. While there are many many different types of hay, we’re going to narrow the focus …
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WEBIn the wake of Hurricane Helene and the subsequent floods, farmers and ranchers across the affected regions — particularly in the Southeast United States — are facing significant challenges, from damaged crops and livestock losses to infrastructure destruction. For example, major roads, such as Interstate 40 in western North Carolina and U.S. 58 in southern Virginia, have sections that are ...
Top 10 most popular beef cattle breeds in the United States
WEBJul 18, 2024 · Image courtesy of Pixabay. The Texas Longhorn is the end product of “survival of the fittest”. Brought by Christopher Columbus and the Spanish colonists, the cattle breed is known for its characteristic horns, which can extend to over 1.8 m tip to tip for bulls, and 2.1 m tip to tip for steers and exceptional cows.
7 facts about Black Angus cattle - AGDAILY
WEBApr 19, 2020 · It’s a go-to brand in steakhouses and groceries across the U.S. — Black Angus. And market data suggests that the name alone can fetch 10 to 15 percent higher prices than regular beef in the stores. Meanwhile on the feed lots, a new record of $1.51 million was hit in 2019 by Schaff Angus Valley for just one Black Angus bull, breaking the same outfit’s previous year’s record of $800,000.