Livestock News

Get the livestock news you need to know for cattle, hogs, and poultry. This section covers updates on livestock diseases, exports, new facilities, and mergers and acquisitions.

Fewer sows suggests producers are exiting hog business

Some hog farmers are leaving the business in the face of low market prices and coronavirus slowdowns at packing plants.

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How can ag tech help the livestock industry after the events of 2020?

During a Precision Livestock Farming session at the Animal AgTech Innovation Summit, industry experts look back on the year and discuss the future of on-farm systems, solutions.

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Deep love of animals, creating jobs key drivers for Kristin Peck as she leads Zoetis

“With genetics, data, technology, and new innovations, we will only continue to improve the sustainability of livestock production,” says Kristin Peck, CEO of Zoetis.

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Ageless Iron

An Empire rebuilding tractor

By Ageless Iron

This week’s Interesting Iron follows the fascinating story of the post-World War II Empire tractor. The company tried to help rebuild war-destroyed countries but ended up going bankrupt.

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Machinery Insider

The whispering giant of a tractor

By Machinery Insider

This week’s Interesting Iron features a rare Oliver 2150, which was that company’s attempt to make a big horsepower tractor that produced a small sound.

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Cattle

‘Miracle’ calf survives California wildfire

By Women in Agriculture

A newborn calf that survived a California wildfire offers hope to us all, just when we really need it.

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Tip of the Day

When you mow in a remote area

When I mow a wooded area a half-mile from my farm, I now have a place to carry needed items with me. I built a small steel shelf that plugs... read more