Maintaining Control of Fly Populations

Maintaining Control of Fly Populations When it comes to the health and wellness issues that producers need to monitor to keep their livestock in good condition and their bottom line intact, fly control is one of the biggest issues. Here’s why: Not only do fly species transmit more than 60 diseases from animal to animal, […]

Perfect Cattle System for New Ranchers

Perfect Cattle Handling System for New Ranchers Starting up a cattle operation, no matter how small, can be intimidating. Every day brings its own challenges, whether it’s dealing with unpredictable weather, ever-changing market prices, or finding cattle equipment that gives you confidence and peace of mind when working cattle. For decades, cattle equipment companies have […]

Calf Deworming Study Shows Improved Weight-gain

Calf Deworming Study Shows Improved Weight-gain A recent Arkansas Agricultural Experiment Station study showed deworming calves about two months before weaning improved weight gain and added value for producers. Daniel Rivera, associate professor of animal science, said the weight gain translated to adding about $13 of value per head of cattle 21 days after weaning. […]

NCBA Urges USDA to Reverse Report Decision

NCBA Urges USDA to Reverse the End of Reporting Cattle Data Today, the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association (NCBA) criticized the U.S. Department of Agriculture National Agricultural Statistics Services’ (USDA-NASS) decision to cancel the July Cattle Report and discontinue the County Estimates for Crops and Livestock, among other changes. These reports provide critical data and the […]

USCA’s Labeling Secures Major Victory

USCA’s Labeling Secures Major Victory U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Secretary Tom Vilsack announced yesterday the finalization of a rule that would solidify voluntary “Product of USA” labeling claims. The United States Cattlemen’s Association (USCA) has worked tirelessly to clarify years of confusion at the consumer level regarding the labeling of US beef products. Starting […]

Best Fly Controls for Cattle

Iowa Farm Custom Rate Survey Rates for 2024

Iowa Farm Custom Rate Survey Shows Rates for 2024 Newly released survey includes averages and ranges for popular farming tasks in Iowa Article courtesy of Iowa State University Extension and Outreach AMES, Iowa – Farmers who depend on custom work or provide custom services can review rates charged by others across the state in the […]

MJE, LLC Golden Anniversary Event

MJE, LLC Celebrates 50 Years of Building Excellence with a Golden Anniversary Event Article and photo courtesy of MJE Livestock Equipment Wichita, Kansas—MJE, LLC, a pioneer in the construction and agricultural equipment industry, marked its 50th anniversary with a grand celebration at B-29 Doc’s Hangar in Wichita, Kansas. The event highlighted the company’s enduring legacy […]