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BREAKING: Mystery Illness Impacting Texas, Kansas Dairy Cattle is Confirmed as Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza Strain
BREAKING: Mystery Illness Impacting Texas, Kansas Dairy Cattle is Confirmed as Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza Strain

USDA says genetic sequencing revealed the mystery illness impacting Texas dairies is the same strain of Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI) that's been in the U.S. The virus is carried by wild waterfowl.

Livestock and mRNA Vaccines: What You Need To Know
Livestock and mRNA Vaccines: What You Need To Know

As misinformation regarding the use of mRNA vaccines in livestock filter through social media, there are facts begging to be set straight.

Why You Need to Pay Attention Now to EPA’s Proposed Rodenticide Mitigation Measures
Why You Need to Pay Attention Now to EPA’s Proposed Rodenticide Mitigation Measures

EPA is proposing changes to rodenticides that would result in canceling products and uses, adding more requirements to labels, and reclassifying some products to restricted use pesticides. Here's what you need to know.

U.S. Corn Farmers Wary of Vomitoxin, Latest Stress on Global Grain Supplies
U.S. Corn Farmers Wary of Vomitoxin, Latest Stress on Global Grain Supplies

A fungus that causes "vomitoxin" has been found in some U.S. corn harvested this fall, causing headaches for growers and livestock producers and forcing ethanol plants and grain elevators to scrutinize grain deliveries.

Destructive, Formidable, Invasive: How is the U.S. Managing the Feral Hog Population?
Destructive, Formidable, Invasive: How is the U.S. Managing the Feral Hog Population?

Causing $2.5 billion in damage each year among other risks and concerns, the feral hog population in the U.S. remains at the forefront of USDA’s Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service.

Avian Flu Pressures Easter Egg Supply and Price
Avian Flu Pressures Easter Egg Supply and Price

Easter egg supplies could be at risk due to the expanding outbreak of Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza

New Study Investigates Feed Mill Decontamination in the Event of an ASF Outbreak
New Study Investigates Feed Mill Decontamination in the Event of an ASF Outbreak

A new research study will evaluate methods for cleaning and disinfecting feed mills following a potential African swine fever outbreak.

Wild Pigs Could Trigger Decimation of US Pork Industry
Wild Pigs Could Trigger Decimation of US Pork Industry

What happens when wild pigs are given 1,000 tons of groceries per day in the form of landfill trash? Expect a ticking time bomb, and quite possibly, a $50 billion blow to the entire U.S. pork industry.

The Wild Hog Knows No Fear: True Stories of One of Ag’s Biggest Threats
The Wild Hog Knows No Fear: True Stories of One of Ag’s Biggest Threats

“The wild hog is very possibly the most dangerous animal in the wild. And he knows no enemies and he knows no fear,” says Hank Berdine of the Mississippi Levee Board in a new video series, Feral Swine in America.

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Vilsack Weighs In On Parallel Between COVID-19 and Animal Disease Outbreaks

If the COVID-19 pandemic has taught the country anything, it’s that there is a tremendous amount of synergy between the circumstances of a pandemic involving humans and those involving animals. 

Feral Swine Eradication: USDA invests $11.65 Million to Expand Program

A new $11.65-million investment by the USDA will fund 14 projects to help farmers and private landowners trap and control feral swine.

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Legislation Would Increase Scrutiny of Foreign Investment in Ag
Legislation Would Increase Scrutiny of Foreign Investment in Ag

Sens. Jim Inhofe (R-OK) and Thom Tillis (R-NC) introduced the Agricultural Security Risk Review Act, legislation that would add the USDA Secretary as a member of the Committee on Foreign Investment in the United States.

This one-of-a-kind, new event features more than 100 free informational sessions you can enjoy live or on-demand.
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This one-of-a-kind, new event features more than 100 free informational sessions you can enjoy live or on-demand.

2020 Missouri State Fair Pivots to a Youth Livestock Show
2020 Missouri State Fair Pivots to a Youth Livestock Show

The Missouri State Fair is taking a "back-to-basics" approach and is pivoting to a youth livestock show on Aug. 13-23.

The study has yielded several key findings on what farmers know about water-related issues, their concern around water resources, and  conservation actions they take.
New Research: 900 U.S. Farmers Weigh In On Water Management Practices

New research has yielded several key findings on what farmers know about water-related issues, their concern around water resources, and conservation actions they take.

Traveling Abroad? 5 Ways You Can Protect the Pork Industry
Traveling Abroad? 5 Ways You Can Protect the Pork Industry

One of the most important things you can do to help protect the U.S. pork industry is to be a good traveler. But, what does that mean for you? Here are five tips to protect the industry and minimize travel stress.

USDA Takes New Action to Prevent African Swine Fever
USDA Takes New Action to Prevent African Swine Fever

APHIS will begin testing for African swine fever as part of USDA's enhanced surveillance efforts.

Bayer may sell off its animal-health business
Bayer Weighs Selling Its Vet Unit in Post-Monsanto Revamp

Bayer AG is considering a sale of its animal-health business as it scrutinizes its portfolio in the aftermath of the $63 billion Monsanto Co. acquisition.