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Check Corn Fields for Black Cutworm & Western Corn Rootworm

Check Corn Fields for Black Cutworm & Western Corn Rootworm

Todd GleasonMay 29, 2024

As we move out of May and into June, farmers need to scout their fields for insect pests. The primary…

May Report Shows Feed Lot Contraction Continues

May Report Shows Feed Lot Contraction Continues

Rod BainMay 29, 2024

Continued contraction in the nation’s cattle feed lots. The numbers from USDA’s May Cattle on Feed Report show cattle inventory…

The Transition from El Nino to La Nina

The Transition from El Nino to La Nina

Mike DavisMay 29, 2024

There is an expected clash change over the US during the summer months, as USDA Meteorologist Brad Rippey explains. “Back…

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Biosecurity the Key for Keeping Animals, Workers Safe from H5N1

Mike DavisMay 28, 2024

The recent detections of H5N1 in dairy herds highlight the need for robust biosecurity measures for all species. Dr. Marisa…

SC Commissioner Weathers: Kenya Trade Mission Recap

SC Commissioner Weathers: Kenya Trade Mission Recap

Mike DavisMay 28, 2024

The South Carolina Commissioner of Agriculture, Hugh Weathers just back from a big trip, and it was not all fun…

NC Farmer’s Markets Serve the Entire State

NC Farmer’s Markets Serve the Entire State

Mike DavisMay 28, 2024

The N.C. Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services operates four regional farmers markets that offer residents and farmers a place…

Yencho Honored for Development of Covington Sweetpotato

Yencho Honored for Development of Covington Sweetpotato

Mike DavisMay 27, 2024

Dr. Craig Yencho is an NC State University professor whose research has influenced sweet potato cultivation across the world. He’s…

H5N1 Dairy Policy Response and Needs

H5N1 Dairy Policy Response and Needs

Todd GleasonMay 27, 2024

The avian influenza outbreak in dairy cows has revealed a critical vulnerability at the intersection of animal health and public…

Former House Ag Chair Comments on Farm Bill

Former House Ag Chair Comments on Farm Bill

Mike DavisMay 24, 2024

The House Agriculture Committee has passed their version of the next five-year farm bill. Former House Agriculture Committee Chair and…