USDA Agriculture Census Data Collection Set for 2022
The Census of Agriculture is completed every five years and is conducted by USDA. The Census of Agriculture is …
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Making Farm Safety a Top Priority
One of the biggest threats for potential injury to farmers is around farm machinery, especially machinery that has what …
Sample Collection Dates Set for 2022
The manure produced from animal production is a valuable crop fertilization resource. Animal manure provides essential crop nutrients, but …
Animal Waste Operator Continuing Education Credits to Be Offered in Sampson
As the end of the year approaches, it is important for those of us with Certified Animal Waste Operators …
Sampson Ag Day Coming This Fall
Where else can you learn first-hand about harvesting crops, managing a hog or turkey farm, planting a garden, farm …
Farm Biosecurity: More Important Than Ever
The health and well-being of the pigs cared for on a daily basis is the number one priority to …
Reducing Summer Heat Stress on Hogs
Summer temperatures are upon us which always triggers the potential for heat stress in our livestock; especially hogs as …
"Power of Meat" Shifts During the Pandemic
Farmers work hard every day to produce livestock and poultry that ultimately ends up available for purchase in stores. …
Feral Swine: A Growing Crisis in Your Backyard
Feral swine are a destructive and invasive species that cost agricultural industries over $1.5 billion in damages and mitigation …
USDA to Provide Additional Direct Assistance to Farmers and Ranchers Impacted by COVID-19
Recently it was announced up to an additional $14 billion dollars for agricultural producers who continue to face market …
Swine Farm Biosecurity Even More Important in Winter Months
The health and well-being of the swine that farmers care for on a daily basis is their number one …
Heat Stress Reduction on Hogs
Summer temperatures are upon us which always triggers the potential for heat stress in our livestock; especially hogs as …