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Loy: No interest rate cut means leveraged ag operations to continue to strain under borrowing costs
“The steady rate decision means financial strain may persist for producers with debt-heavy operations, and financial relief may take longer than expected.” — Ryan Loy WASHINGTON, D.C. — Debt-heavy farm operations will continue to feel the burden of borrowing costs as the Federal Reserve said it would leave interest rates holding at 4.25 percent to […]
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Australian Graeme Mein earns NMC Award of Excellence
NEWS RELEASE Australian Graeme Mein earns NMC Award of Excellence New Prague MN (January 30, 2025) – The National Mastitis Council (NMC) awarded its 2025 Award of Excellence for Contribution to Mastitis Prevention and Control to Graeme Mein, Werribee, Victoria, Australia. One of his key contributions to enhancing milk quality was co-founding the University of […]
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Avian Influenza and Dairies: Risk, Prevention and What You Need to Know
By Jaclyn Krymowski for American Dairymen Outbreaks of bird flu or highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) on dairy farms have been in the public press and dairy press in recent months.. This worries not only consumers, but dairy producers trying to maintain a healthy, productive herd as well. Birds have long been the bane of […]
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Quality Forage Management
By Jessica Graham Producing high-quality forage is an essential part of running a successful livestock operation. Sure, anyone can grow hay or let animals graze on pasture, but hitting the mark with forage that truly meets your herd’s nutritional needs, takes some know-how, a good plan, and plenty of effort. Let’s dig into what it […]
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