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Studying Cows…One Burp at a Time

Studying Cows…One Burp at a Time

Mike DavisSep 26, 2024

People are paying attention to dairy cows in a way you wouldn’t expect—by analyzing their burps. It may sound strange,…

Cattle: The ‘Other’ Livestock in the Carolinas

Cattle: The ‘Other’ Livestock in the Carolinas

Mike DavisSep 25, 2024

This past January, North Carolina beef producers welcomed the new sheriff to town. Milo Lewis was named the executive director…

South Carolina Suspends Animal Transport Requirements due to Tropical Storm Helene

South Carolina Suspends Animal Transport Requirements due to Tropical Storm Helene

Jonathan VeitSep 25, 2024

South Carolina officials have issued a temporary waiver of certain requirements for farm and companion animals being evacuated due to…

NC Beer Field Day Highlights Locally-Sourced Ingredients

NC Beer Field Day Highlights Locally-Sourced Ingredients

Mike DavisSep 25, 2024

The beer industry in the Carolinas continues to grow, and Tuesday saw another example of that progress at the North…

Grain Market Pop a ‘Head Scratcher’

Grain Market Pop a ‘Head Scratcher’

Mike DavisSep 25, 2024

The pop in the grain market as the harvest kicks off was a bit of a “head scratcher.” Market advisor…

US to hand over pest inspections of Mexican avocados to Mexico and California growers aren’t happy

US to hand over pest inspections of Mexican avocados to Mexico and California growers aren’t happy

MEXICO CITY (AP) — California avocado growers are fuming about a U.S. decision to hand over pest inspections of Mexican…

Milk Production Steady, Herd Still Down

Milk Production Steady, Herd Still Down

NAFB News ServiceSep 24, 2024

Milk production in the 24 major dairy states during August reached 18.1 billion pounds, up 0.1 percent from August 2023.…

NC Commissioner Troxler: Inaugural Farmer Appreciation Day is Nov. 14

NC Commissioner Troxler: Inaugural Farmer Appreciation Day is Nov. 14

Mike DavisSep 24, 2024

Consider nominating a farmer for the Farmer of the Year or Young Farmer of the Year for the state’s inaugural…

SC Commissioner Weathers Celebrating 20 Years at the Helm

SC Commissioner Weathers Celebrating 20 Years at the Helm

Mike DavisSep 24, 2024

South Carolina Agriculture Commissioner Hugh Weathers recently reached a major milestone. Yes, Mike. As of Sept. 14, I have been…