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Over 400 Cases of Salmonella Linked to Backyard Poultry

Over 400 Cases of Salmonella Linked to Backyard Poultry

More than 400 cases of salmonella across the country have been linked to backyard poultry. The Centers for Disease Control…

China and Canada Involved in a Trade Dispute

China and Canada Involved in a Trade Dispute

China’s Ministry of Commerce says will initiate an anti-dumping investigation into canola seed imports from Canada. This investigation is part…

Cattlemen are Watching Federal and State Issues

Cattlemen are Watching Federal and State Issues

Mike DavisSep 5, 2024

Despite coming off of a quiet time of year with the August Congressional recess, local ag groups are keeping a…

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FAPRI: Suppressed Prices Likely for Next Several Years

Mike DavisSep 5, 2024

Twice yearly, the Food and Agricultural Policy Research Institute at the University of Missouri releases a highly anticipated baseline update…

HPAI Spread is Slowing, but Caution is Still Warranted

HPAI Spread is Slowing, but Caution is Still Warranted

Mike DavisSep 4, 2024

Farmers and ranchers still must be on the lookout for signs of highly pathogenic avian influenza as the disease continues…

The Far Reaching Effects of Heat Waves

The Far Reaching Effects of Heat Waves

Gary CrawfordSep 4, 2024

Were you one of the roughly 150 million Americans who were under severe heat alerts last week? And yes, fall…

Keeping Moisture in the Soil Where it Belongs

Keeping Moisture in the Soil Where it Belongs

Mike DavisSep 4, 2024

Keeping moisture in the ground is vital to success in producing crops across rural America. Jimmy Emmons of the Dewey…

How Big Will This Year’s Corn Crop Truly Get?

How Big Will This Year’s Corn Crop Truly Get?

Mike DavisSep 3, 2024

There’s no doubt that this year’s corn crop will be big. But will it be as big as USDA’s prediction…

NC Commissioner Troxler: County Agricultural Fair Season is in Full Swing

NC Commissioner Troxler: County Agricultural Fair Season is in Full Swing

Mike DavisSep 3, 2024

In September and October, there are 26 county and regional agricultural fairs are being held across the state in addition…