Prairie-to-Plate Philosophy Drives Bird-Friendly Management at North Dakota’s Paul Ranch
Carson, N.D. (June 3, 2024) — More than 60 miles southwest of Bismarck, the Paul Ranch spreads over 6,700 acres of high-quality, mixed-grass prairie. Owned and operated by Daniel and Tresa Paul and their children David and Denver
SDSU Extension Offering Livestock Water Testing Across State

BROOKINGS, S.D. – South Dakota State University Extension is offering on-site livestock water testing services across the state and encouraging producers to take advantage. “It’s never too early to start testing your water,” said Robin Salverson, SDSU
USDA Issues Quarantine Designation for Grant County and Roberts County, South Dakota

The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) Farm Service Agency (FSA) extends much-needed emergency credit to producers recovering from natural disasters and, in this case, quarantines through emergency loans. Emergency loans can be used to meet various needs
FARM Program Opens Nominations for 2024 FARM Excellence Awards

ARLINGTON, VA – The National Dairy Farmers Assuring Responsible Management (FARM) Program today announced that it has opened the nomination period for the 2024 FARM Excellence Awards. These prestigious awards spotlight participating farms and FARM Evaluators that demonstrate excellence
Canadian “Super Pigs” At American Border
A recent project to tag and track wild pigs in Canada’s prairie provinces is being funded by the United States Department of Agriculture. With recent sightings less than 50 miles from the U.S. border, there is concern
Grassley Sees No Path to Farm Bill Despite House Markup

A key farm state Senator sees no pathway to a new farm bill ahead of the next deadline in September despite the House Ag Committee voting out its bill last month. Senator Chuck Grassley of Iowa was
Ethanol Output Hits Two-Month High

The Energy Information Administration says ethanol output reached its highest level in almost two months while inventories dropped during the seven days ending on May 24. Production rose to an average of 1.068 million barrels per day,
Make Ag Safety a Priority
Accidents will happen, and taking the extra time to plan safety precautions can save lives. The agriculture industry is filled with risk, injury, and danger at about every turn. Cultivating Caution is a monthly webinar series exploring
Culver’s Makes Large Donation to FFA

Culver’s firmly believes in supporting U.S. dairy farmers, and they put that support into action. During National Dairy Month in June, the restaurant chain is encouraging people to support dairy farmers by enjoying their favorite frozen dairy
Lambventures Grill-off Heats Up

The American Lamb Board is kicking off its new summer promotion highlighting delicious and nutritious American lamb, perfect for grilling, smoking, and outdoor entertaining. ALB is recruiting nine consumers from across the country who love to cook