The sign-up period for the 2022 Dairy Margin Coverage program is now underway. This is for dairy farmers who are not already locked into coverage through the program through the lifespan of the current farm bill, which is two more …

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Rising prices for fertilizer and nutrients needed for next season’s row crops have farmers looking to alternative sources. For diversified operations, a cheaper option is as close as their hog barn. Mike Davis reports.

On a mission to Mars, astronauts would have to grow food. What happens if an insect stowaway starts destroying the crops? Gary Crawford has more.

The holiday season is upon us and what’s better than a happy holiday season for you, your family, and friends?  One of the biggest ways to make it a happy holiday season is to make it a healthy season. Dr. …

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Microbial and molecular research by USDA scientists could provide ways to prevent or deal with a prominent cattle disease. Rod Bain reports.

Swine health is an everyday focus for pork producers, but the health of people is equally important. Dr. Heather Fowler, Director of Producer and Public Health with the National Pork Board, says the One Health approach for the industry acknowledges …

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