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CENTENNIAL, CO – Since 1991, the Beef Checkoff-funded National Beef Quality Audit (NBQA) has delivered a set of guideposts and measurements for cattle producers and other stakeholders to help determine quality conformance […]
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Ranchers and farmers along with small plant and animal growers still have time to be counted in the 2022 Census of Agriculture, according to the U.S. Department […]
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. beef exports set annual records for both volume and value in 2022, according to year-end data released by USDA and compiled by the U.S. Meat Export […]
HURON, SD – Fifth-generation McCook County farmer, Jim Wahle was named 2022 Ag Ambassador by South Dakota Farmers Union (SDFU) on December 16 during the organization’s state convention held in […]
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Most agricultural equipment manufacturers saw growth in 2022 compared to 2021 and the industry’s expects growth in 2023. At the same time there are signs of slowing. […]
LAS VEGAS, NV – The 2022 National Finals Rodeo is quickly approaching, Dec. 1-10, at the Thomas & Mack Center. Here is a look at where 2022 Contestants are from […]
RAPID CITY, SD – — Drought conditions in South Dakota are expected to continue through the fall. The newly released drought outlook from National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration shows dry […]
MINOT, ND – The rodeo life remains an endless series of Google maps wanderings across the country. So, you can imagine how rewarding it was for Ty Breuer to return to […]
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. – Standing out among a crowd of exceptional roughstock requires a perfect balance of animal athleticism and the cowboys capable of showcasing that talent. The 2022 “Pendleton […]
WASHINGTON, D.C. – American farmers will begin receiving 2022 Census of Agriculture information this fall, beginning with an invitation to respond online in November and the paper questionnaire in December. […]
MITCHELL, SD – The 2023 Old Farmer’s Almanac is predicting a cold and snowy winter for much of the Northern Plains. Associate Editor Tim Goodwin says South Dakota is right […]
MISSION, SD – Tashina Red Hawk, Sicangu Lakota, was crowned  Miss Indian World at the Gathering of Nations event in Albuquerque, NM. Red Hawk, whose Lakota name is Anpetu Yuonihan […]
WASHINGTON, D.C. – No other agricultural data series is quite like the Census of Agriculture. Every five years, American producers share information about themselves and their operations, contributing to a […]
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Drought is playing a significant role in the cattle cycle. Two years of drought have deteriorated pasture and forage conditions, and the pastureland condition index for 2022 […]
PIERRE, SD – South Dakota’s primary election is three weeks from today. Those overseeing the process, as well as groups educating voters, hope residents are taking steps to be ready […]
SAO PAULO, BRAZIL – Brazilian meatpacker JBS SA posted a first-quarter profit that beat expectations on the back of strength in its United States business, according to a financial statement […]
LOUISVILLE, KY – The 2022 Kentucky Derby will be the 148th running of the Kentucky Derby. It will take place on May 7, 2022, the first Saturday in May, in […]
BATH, S.D. – The highest degree of FFA membership will be awarded to 280 South Dakota FFA members. They will be recognized for receiving their State FFA Degree at the […]
OMAHA, NE – The stronger land prices of late 2021 have continued higher during the first months of 2022. After a calmer period at the start of the year; the […]
STURGIS, SD – Tax Day is Monday and a new survey from WalletHub shows that 81% of Americans believe the government doesn’t spend tax dollars wisely. WalletHub is also releasing […]
WASHINGTON, D.C. – With April being National Financial Literacy Month and less than half of adults setting a budget, the free credit score website WalletHub today released its report on […]
USDA – The bigger-than-expected jump in placements in the March Cattle on Feed Report seems to be driven by poor pasture conditions due to drought in the Plains. Texas (up […]
FARGO, ND – In 2021, North Dakota experienced one of the worst droughts on record. This resulted in significant impacts to forage production on range, pasture land and hay land […]
WOOSTER, OH – Starting in March 2020, disarray set in motion a chain of events leading to the fed cattle backlog from plant closures slowing the supply chain throughout 2021. […]
RAPID CITY, S.D. – South Dakota health officials reported 1,145 new cases of COVID-19 Friday. Of those, 327 were listed as probable. Active cases dropped a bit to 33,647. The […]
Funeral service for Bud Longbrake, 62, of Dupree will be held at 11:00 AM, Saturday, December 28, 2024, […]