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Family Farmer Finds a Connection to Eaters Through Livestock

Food Tank

Our area is very big into poultry. And getting into poultry got very, very expensive…because infrastructure [costs] really ramped up, says Hutton, who decided poultry farming was not the right fit for his family. Instead, the Huttons chose a different path. family farmers and ranchers. family farmers and ranchers.

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Local Activists in Animal Agriculture-Heavy Areas Fight Nitrate Pollution

Daily Yonder

The Lower Yakima Valley in Washington state has been home to large-scale animal agriculture for decades, but in 2008 when one dairy operation tried moving onto the Yakima Indian Reservation, the community balked at the proposition. dropped by half, but milk production increased, according to USDA data.

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Animal health experts offer perspectives on future disease preparedness during NASDA Annual Meeting

NASDA

Press Release INDIANAPOLIS – At today’s National Association of State Departments of Agriculture 2024 Annual Meeting , the Animal Agriculture Policy Committee hosted a panel focusing on recent outbreaks of H5 influenza in poultry and dairy populations and its impacts on “secure” plans for the livestock sector.

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Animal Ag News 2/3

Agwired

Beginning in 2025, proceeds from the sales of select Zoetis products in the cattle, pork and poultry markets will raise funds for Folds of Honor scholarships. The summit was held during the International Production & Processing Expo (IPPE), taking place this week in Atlanta, Ga. federal regulators in 2025.

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6 Proposed Farm Bill Changes to Watch

Civil Eats

This new bill would prevent states from restricting food sales based on farm production practices if the pre-harvest production occurred in another state. This would mean California couldn’t stop pork from pigs raised in gestation crates in Iowa from being sold within its borders. .:

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Animal Ag News 4/15

Agwired

Join the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association for an insightful webinar where industry experts delve into the critical aspects of beef safety and production. Dr. Trey Patterson, CEO of Padlock Ranch, will share his extensive experience in and effective production practices. Poultry & Egg Association.

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Animal Ag News 12/9

Agwired

Dairy farmers across 15 states can apply for considerable financial support to adopt climate-smart manure management practices through a new initiative aimed at enhancing soil health, increasing herd productivity and minimizing environmental impact. Poultry & Egg Association , was released today quantifying the U.S.

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