Livestock
“I see this as an opportunity rather than a challenge”
“There is a strong commitment from both governments to try to reopen trade as soon as possible in a very safe way.”
The University of California Hopland REC shows local sheep producers the proper tools and techniques to make sheering less grueling.
John Deere is cutting 100 positions from its Waterloo Works plant in 2025, and Butterball will cut 200 positions in Jonesboro, Ark.
Cattle: Beef & Dairy
Ninth-generation farmer Riley Pierce is a member of the Southwest Pulaski FFA Chapter and the 2024 Kentucky FFA State Star Farmer for his commitment to farming and unyielding work ethic at such an early age.
The Arkansas Farm Bureau introduces us to the Brents Family, who have raised cattle, poultry, and hay on their operation in Jerusalem, Arkansas, for 14 years.
The California Farm Bureau introduces us to Aussie, its 2024 Farm Dog of the Year! Aussie’s proved nothing—not even the loss of a limb—can stop her from protecting her farm and family.
Meet Tim and Michelle Daniels, the 2024 AFBF West Central Farm Family of the Year. They have raised cattle and grown hay in Clark County, Arkansas, for two decades.
Meet Judi Whittaker, a fourth-generation farmer and dedicated advocate for agriculture, and the New York Farm Bureau’s 2024 Distinguished Service to Agriculture Award Winner.
Pork
The Iowa Soybean Association shows us how one company, Benson Hill, is helping farmers grow soybeans with a specific purpose.
While African Swine Fever has yet to reach the United States, researchers at Kansas State University are working to ensure it can be easily detected.
Poultry
Meet the Bobo Family, Arkansas Farm Bureau’s Farm & Ranch Family of the Year for 2024!
It is the first trade of its kind after a trade agreement was signed last year
