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by Editor | May 23, 2026 | Agriculture, News
Source: DVM 360 Honeybees are essential pollinators for U.S. agriculture, but populations continue to face major threats from Varroa destructor, a parasite considered one of the leading causes of colony collapse. The mites weaken bees, spread dangerous viruses such as... read more
by Editor | May 21, 2026 | Agriculture, Livestock, News
Source: NACO The Farm, Food, and National Security Act of 2026 advanced significantly after passing the House of Representatives on April 30, 2026, following bipartisan approval by the House Agriculture Committee in March. The legislation strengthens rural... read more
by Editor | May 19, 2026 | Agriculture, News
Source: University of Calgary Researchers at the University of Calgary Faculty of Veterinary Medicine are partnering with Antech Diagnostics to combat the growing threat of drug-resistant parasites in pets and livestock. Supported by a $1.6 million NSERC Alliance... read more
by Editor | May 18, 2026 | Agriculture, Livestock, News
Source: CBS 19 News Extreme drought conditions in Central Virginia are affecting local wildlife and stray animals, according to experts from the Wildlife Center of Virginia and the Charlottesville-Albemarle SPCA. Wildlife may conserve energy by reducing activity... read more
by Editor | Apr 29, 2026 | Agriculture, Livestock
Source: News 9 The Oklahoma Large Animal First Responders provide critical support to ranchers and livestock affected by severe weather, including tornadoes and floods. Formed after a 2013 tornado in Moore, the team assists with on site rescues, damage assessments,... read more
by Editor | Apr 27, 2026 | Agriculture, News
Source: Phys A recent study highlights a unique population of hybrid honeybees in Southern California that show strong resistance to destructive Varroa mites, a major factor in colony losses. U.S. beekeepers reported losing up to 62% of colonies in 2025 due to... read more
by Editor | Apr 14, 2026 | Agriculture, Livestock, News
Source: Spectrum News 1 Ohio is facing a significant veterinarian shortage, particularly in rural areas, with five regions identified among nearly 250 nationwide lacking adequate services. To address this, The Ohio State University has launched the Protect... read more
by Editor | Apr 4, 2026 | Agriculture, News
Source: Feedstuffs Idealyst Innovation has launched the Center for American Food Power (CAFP), a new nonpartisan think tank aimed at strengthening U.S. agriculture by aligning agrifood strategy with national security priorities. The initiative responds to major... read more
by Editor | Apr 4, 2026 | Agriculture, Animal Health Industry, News
Source: Dairy Herd Artificial intelligence is rapidly transforming dairy herd management by turning large volumes of farm data into actionable insights. As highlighted by dairy scientist Jeffrey Bewley, AI systems use machine learning to analyze patterns in herd data,... read more
by Editor | Mar 27, 2026 | Agriculture, Animal Health News, Livestock, News
Source: Dairy Herd U.S. dairy leaders are urging Congress to pass immigration reform, warning that chronic labor shortages threaten the industry’s stability. For decades, dairy farms have relied heavily on undocumented workers under outdated immigration laws unchanged... read more
by Editor | Mar 26, 2026 | Agriculture, News
Source: Penn State Penn State Extension has received a $200,000 national grant from the Extension Foundation through its AgriProspects Workforce Development Network to develop a microcredentialing system for agricultural workers. One of five organizations selected... read more
by Editor | Mar 15, 2026 | Agriculture, News
Source: Dairy Herd U.S. dairy exports climbed to $9.51 billion in 2025, up 15% from 2024 and just shy of the $9.54 billion record set in 2022, according to USDA data. Export volumes also rose 5% to 2.8 million metric tons, reflecting strong global demand and broader... read more
by Editor | Mar 9, 2026 | Agriculture, Livestock, News
Source: Pet Age The Pet Advocacy Network (PAN) is applauding the inclusion of the Healthy Dog Importation Act in the newly introduced Farm Bill by the House Agriculture Committee. The legislation aims to strengthen protections for American pets, owners and the... read more
by Editor | Mar 1, 2026 | Agriculture, Livestock, News
Source: Reuters South African farmers are facing mounting losses as the country battles one of its worst foot-and-mouth disease (FMD) outbreaks in years. Since early 2025, infections have spread to seven of nine provinces, disrupting livestock production and trade.... read more
by Editor | Feb 15, 2026 | Agriculture, News
Source: Ag Daily A South Dakota lawmaker has introduced legislation that would impose a 10-year ban on lab-grown meat, positioning the state among a growing number restricting the emerging technology. House Bill 1057, proposed by John Sjaarda, would prohibit the... read more
by Editor | Feb 2, 2026 | Agriculture, News
Source: Successful Farming The Trump administration has ordered the U.S. Department of Agriculture to scrutinize foreign scientists who collaborate with its researchers, directing employees to investigate co-authors for potential “subversive or criminal activity.”... read more
by Editor | Jan 15, 2026 | Agriculture, Livestock, News
Source: Texas Farm Bureau Texas Farm Bureau (TFB) is accepting applications for its Rural Veterinary Scholarship to help address the growing shortage of veterinarians in rural Texas. As many long-serving rural veterinarians near retirement and fewer graduates enter... read more
by Editor | Jan 10, 2026 | Agriculture, Livestock
Source: Feedstuffs Tyson Foods’ permanent closure of its Lexington, Nebraska, beef plant marks a structural shift in the U.S. beef packing industry rather than a temporary disruption. The plant, which processes nearly 5,000 cattle per day, is closing amid historically... read more
by Editor | Dec 28, 2025 | Agriculture, News
Source: Eagle Country Online An Indiana Senate committee has advanced legislation aimed at easing the state’s Veterinary workforce shortage. Senate Bill 56, authored by Sen. Jean Leising, seeks to expand access to Veterinary care by allowing licensed veterinarians and... read more
by Editor | Dec 28, 2025 | Agriculture, News
Source: AA French farmers launched widespread protests after authorities ordered the culling of cattle following confirmed cases of nodular dermatitis, also known as lumpy skin disease. Demonstrations were concentrated in southwestern France, where farmers opposed... read more
