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PUKWANA, S.D. — Bret Healy and his family have battled publicly over control of a ranch near Pukwana for several years. He first took his family to court in South Dakota’s First Circuit in 2017, saying the family corporation did not have the legal right to sell land. Since then, Healy with his attorney Tucker […]
BOZEMAN, MT – Consumers, ranchers and farmers have plenty to celebrate during Ag Week, held this year March 17-23, 2024. Ag Day is slated for March 19 with the theme, “Agriculture. Growing a Climate for Tomorrow.” America’s ranchers and farmers are proud to grow the safe and sustainable food, fiber and renewable fuel we all […]
BROOKINGS, S.D. – Beef Quality Assurance (BQA) certification stands as a cornerstone for cattle producers aiming to enhance their livestock management and sustainability practices. With a focus on ensuring the highest standards of care and management, BQA offers two convenient certification or recertification paths: an accessible online course and detailed in-person training sessions. Online Learning: […]
LYMAN COUNTY, S.D. – A passion for ranch life, from managing grasslands to navigating the rugged terrain on horseback, underscores a deep connection to the heritage and the environment David Reis calls home. David Reis, the third generation Reis to raise cattle and kids on the rangeland located near the mouth of the White River, […]
STURGIS, S.D. – Keeping detailed records is a major practice among beef producers, essential for managing numerous aspects of their operations. Despite the hustle of peak seasons, like calving, maintaining accurate records is crucial. Well-kept calving records offer a wealth of information that can significantly influence the decision-making process and operation evaluation. These records aren’t […]
LUSK, WY – The Bootheel 7 Ranch is operated by the Wasserburger family which markets the entirety of their pasture raised beef directly to consumers throughout Wyoming and Colorado. In an interview with the Northern Ag Network, Anne Wasserburger explains how the Bootheel 7 is structured to support this model. “We are kind of a […]
SCOTTSDALE, AZ – The finalization of a rule to align the voluntary “Product of USA” label claim with consumer understanding of what the claim means was announced on the opening day of the National Farmers Union Annual Convention, underway in Scottsdale. U.S. Department of Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack announced USDA’s final “Product of USA” rule allows […]
WESSINGTON, S.D. – Shannon Duxbury’s great-great-grandpa homesteaded in Beadle County in 1884. And while the family’s ag heritage runs deep in Beadle County, it is change, not tradition that the Duxbury family embraces. “Change is not scary here. Change is encouraged,” explained Shannon, 28, a sixth-generation cattle producer. “Grandpa was never stagnant or complacent and […]
PIERRE, S.D. – The South Dakota Beef Industry Council, in collaboration with ag storytellers Amanda Radke and Michelle Weber, is proud to announce the release of their new children’s book, “The Journal of Rowdy the Cow Kid”. This book is designed to engage young readers in the day-to-day life of a farm or ranch kid […]
LEMMON, S.D. – The SDSU Extension, in collaboration with the South Dakota Sheep Growers Association, is setting the stage for a groundbreaking discussion on livestock predator management. Scheduled for March 8, 2024, during the KBJM Farm and Home Show, this seminar promises to shed light on effective strategies against sheep’s most formidable foes: coyotes and […]