U.S. imports of Mexican beef increased by 268% to make Mexico the fourth largest source of U.S. beef imports. But as Mexico builds export markets, what does the future hold for U.S.-Mexico cattle trade?
Only the individual dairy farmer – after much discussion with family members and input from lenders and other key advisers – can make the decision to exit.
Manure spills can occur during the storage, transportation and application of manure. Advanced planning can minimize the impacts of a manure-related emergency.
Many dairy farms have experienced shortages in forage supplies from drought conditions over the past two years. These shortages have resulted in wildly swinging rations.
It makes perfect sense to closely evaluate the efficiency of the hay produced on an operation, because hay is typically the most expensive feed fed to livestock.
