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Things continue to remain dry for a large portion of the Midwest and Plains regions. Some areas have received relief but, for the most part, many people are abnormally dry. Drought can cause plenty of problems, and as we transition into winter and grazing cover crops, there are a few key things to monitor with drought-stressed forages.

One of the biggest concerns is nitrate…

October is finally here, and shorter days and cooler weather come with it. For many producers, this time of year means weaning and preconditioning calves and preg-checking cows. With that being said, here are a few things that may be of help. 

Preg-checking is an incredibly beneficial procedure that can be done via palpation or with an ultrasound from your local veterinarian.…

Remember: Experts suggest producers document everything following a drought or natural disaster. Be sure to document all that has transpired, and all damages that occurred. This will aid in your qualification for funding or relief. This guide provided by Rural Advancement Foundation International can help you understand the best way to document your losses.

The most essential step after…

A group of consumers and an animal welfare organization have filed a class-action lawsuit against Whole Foods, one of the world’s largest high-end grocery chains, claiming traces of antibiotics were found in their beef products labeled antibiotic free, according to the lawsuit filed in California. Whole Foods was purchased by e-commerce giant Amazon.com in 2017. 

One of the plaintiffs, Portland-based…