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by Editor | Jun 25, 2026 | Agriculture, News
Source: 9 News Tularemia, a rare but potentially serious bacterial disease, has been detected in Larimer County, Colorado, after officials identified the infection in a dead rabbit near Berthoud. The disease is commonly found in wildlife, particularly rabbits and... read more
by Editor | Jun 22, 2026 | Agriculture, Livestock, News
Source: CNN The New World screwworm, a flesh-eating parasite once eradicated from North and Central America, has recently reemerged and spread into parts of Mexico and the southern United States. Experts believe its resurgence has been accelerated by illegal cattle... read more
by Editor | Jun 18, 2026 | Agriculture, News
Source: Louisiana Illuminator Louisiana has imposed new restrictions on animals entering the state following the confirmation of five New World screwworm cases in the United States. The flesh-eating parasite, which lays eggs in wounds and body openings of warm-blooded... read more
by Editor | Jun 17, 2026 | Agriculture, News
Source: The Focal Points As New World screwworm (NWS) cases continue to spread in Texas and New Mexico, ivermectin is emerging as a potentially important tool for prevention and treatment. The USDA confirmed the first U.S. case in decades on June 3, 2026, and... read more
by Editor | Jun 17, 2026 | Agriculture, Livestock, News
Source: AP News New World screwworm cases continue to increase in the United States, with three additional infections confirmed in Texas and New Mexico. The pest, a flesh-eating fly larva that infests open wounds in animals, poses a serious threat to cattle, wildlife,... read more
by Editor | Jun 16, 2026 | Agriculture, News
Source: Tri-State Livestock News Dr. Danielle “Doc” Flowers has built a unique career that combines veterinary medicine and western-inspired art in rural Wyoming. A lifelong animal lover who knew she wanted to be a veterinarian from childhood, Flowers now practices... read more
by Editor | Jun 8, 2026 | Agriculture, Livestock, News
Source: VIN News Rural communities across the United States continue to face a significant shortage of large animal veterinarians, creating ongoing challenges for livestock producers and animal owners. Lower salaries, long work hours, geographic isolation, limited... read more
by Editor | Jun 1, 2026 | Agriculture, News
Source: WSAW-TV New findings from the Marshfield Clinic Research Institute show that 51% of 700 adult female deer ticks tested in Wisconsin carried the bacteria that causes Lyme disease, a higher rate than researchers expected. The third year of the Tick Inventory via... read more
by Editor | May 31, 2026 | Agriculture, Livestock, News
Source: Fox 31 News Authorities in Colorado seized nearly 100 bison from the Lay Valley Bison Ranch in Moffat County during an animal neglect investigation involving deteriorating conditions and concerns about animal welfare. The Moffat County Sheriff’s Office said it... read more
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
