Livestock Risk Partners

In the face of a persistent shortage of human organs for transplant, scientists are turning to an innovative solution: xenotransplantation, the transplantation of animal organs into human patients. Among potential donors, pigs have emerged as the most promising candidates due to their anatomical similarities with humans and their suitability for genetic modifications. Advancements in Xenotransplantation […]

Yesterday (Thursday, February 20, 2025), Iowa Attorney General Brenna Bird visited northwest Iowa to have roundtable discussions with law enforcement officials about crime victim services. While she was here, she took the time to have a conversation with Sioux County Radio. One topic we discussed was California’s Proposition 12, a law that imposes strict farming

The 100% Base Formula Price for hogs in Ontario continues its upward trend, reaching $225.99/cwt, marking a 6.98% increase from mid-January. Compared to last year, this price represents a substantial gain from $182.54/cwt.

In today’s digital age, social media is playing a vital role in reshaping the way consumers perceive and engage with the agricultural industry. According to a recent Farmscape report, increased social media interactions are proving to be a powerful tool in bridging the gap between farmers and consumers.

Selection indexes are our best tools for genetic selection in commercial herds because they optimize profitability, ensuring that our bull purchases contribute both to increasing our marketable product while producing replacement females that are long-lived and low maintenance.

Any individual with a disability may request accommodations in order to participate in the public hearing and may request a copy of the regulations in an accessible format.

U.S. agriculture’s trade deficit widened to $37 billion in 2024, with imports growing faster than exports, despite strong performance in key commodities.

There are a lot of potential strategies to manage price risk and the simplest may be a forward contract.

IPPE is the world’s largest annual display of technology, equipment, supplies, and services used in the production and processing of eggs, meat and poultry and those involved in feed manufacturing.

Researchers were able to predict cows’ likely grazing personalities by analyzing behavior in situations such as pregnancy checks or vaccinations, which require the cows to walk through chutes or narrow passageways.