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Keystone XL oil pipeline bill moves to full U.S. House
The full U.S. House of Representatives will soon begin debate on a bill to approve the Canada-to-Nebraska Keystone XL oil pipeline, a lawmaker said on Thursday after his panel advanced the measure.
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USDA'S novel cell line identifies all FMD virus serotypes
USDA scientists have developed a new cell line that rapidly and accurately detects foot-and-mouth disease virus (FMDV), which causes a highly contagious and economically devastating disease in cattle and other cloven-hoofed animals.
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Lower feed costs to drive pork production higher in 2014
The significant reductions in corn and soybean meal prices that USDA expects from larger 2013-2014 crops, should translate into welcome reductions in pork production costs in 2014.
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Tyson selects panel to monitor animal welfare program
A panel of 13 industry experts has been chosen to advise Tyson Foods with its initiative focusing on ensuring responsible care and overall well-being of farm animals.
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Domestic ethanol production starts to grow again
After seeing their team repeatedly suffer heartbreaking playoff losses, Washington Capitals fans were hoping that this year would be different.
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Drought far from over in western plains
The nation’s persistent drought is worsening in Texas, New Mexico and Colorado as it continues to spread to the west.
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Ag markets were decidedly mixed Thursday morning
Despite the system that came through the Corn Belt Wednesday, it looks as if short-term weather conditions will remain highly conducive to accelerated corn plantings.
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Senate committee to consider ag workers, E-verify next week
The Senate Judiciary Committee continues its review of the immigration reform bill and 300 amendments to it, with provisions related to the fresh produce industry likely to be discussed the week of May 20.
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Keeping the family informed: Estate and succession planning
To have a successful transition between the generations, it is important that everyone involved is aware of your plan.
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Commentary: Eat, drink and be meaty
Looking for a unique approach to marketing meat products? How about cocktails that are made with meat or poultry? It doesn’t get any better than that. Here are some of the best and booziest.
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U.S. Pork exports down 25 percent
U.S. pork exports dropped by 25 percent this week after rebounding the week before.
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- Workshop to discuss nutrient application, management, stewardship
- Help for flood affected farmers
- USDA says has detected virus in Iowa hog population
- Oil rallies for third day, shrugging off firm dollar
- Ag markets diverged significantly Friday afternoon
- Hog Outlook: Retail prices up 2.4 percent over the last 2 years
- McDonald’s replaces Angus burgers with new burgers, more bacon
- Insects. They’re what’s for dinner!
- Tyson selects panel to monitor animal welfare program
- NPPC: America’s hog farmers urge Christie to veto bill
- World food supply depends on character, virtuous leadership
- Pot Pigs: Marijuana and vodka fed to hogs
