Agriculture

E. coli in vegetables harder problem than beef

McDonald’s contamination crisis in the United States reveals why the bacteria is more difficult to control in produce.

Nov 19, 2024 8:00 PM Read more >

Tough to predict La Nina’s weather impact

La Nina is the little girl and can sometimes be called El Viejo, the anti-El Nino or simply a cold event.

Nov 19, 2024 4:00 PM Read more >

Researchers study how to breed queen bees in Canada

A $4.5 million project will explore how queens and nucleus colonies can be over-wintered to avoid importing them.

Nov 19, 2024 9:00 AM Read more >

'Wheat OPEC’ idea faces uphill battle

Analysts say proposed BRICS grain exchange is doomed to fail, comparing it to similar initiatives attempted in the past.

Nov 18, 2024 11:00 AM Read more >

Opinion: Genetics project targets methane emissions in beef cattle

The methane emissions reduction breakthrough a bold move to clean up beef cattle industry.

Nov 17, 2024 4:00 PM Read more >

Placement, height key to effective snow fences

If a snow fence is too small, it will no longer prevent snow from drifting downwind once its capacity is reached.

Nov 14, 2024 10:00 AM Read more >

Research explores swine welfare, environmental enrichment link

Abby Tillotson’s thesis research focused on effective environmental enrichment for swine that benefits producers.

Nov 10, 2024 6:00 PM Read more >

Contributions to the livestock industry recognized

Joe Kleinsasser awarded Farm & Food Care Champion for 2024.

Nov 9, 2024 7:00 PM Read more >

‘A mixed bag’ describes 2024 growing season

Final Crop Report details conditions, average yields for crops and silage.

Nov 5, 2024 5:00 PM Read more >

Opinion: The Great Train Robbery

The railway industry presents information in a manner that serves its interests to the detriment of a more competitive rail system.

Nov 2, 2024 9:00 PM Read more >