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Palmer amaranth in animal feed spreads to North Dakota

Contaminated animal feed is likely responsible for a large outbreak of Palmer amaranth on a North Dakota farm, leading to calls for vigilance.

September 23, 2020

African Swine Fever

ASF situation worsens in Germany, Poland

Over the past two weeks, Poland’s chief veterinary office has confirmed a further seven outbreaks of African swine fever (ASF) among domestic pigs.

September 21, 2020

Feed Additives

Fully beaked layers do not tolerate feeding mistakes

Find out how the animal welfare concerns regarding beak trimming and laying hens can be overcome by proper nutrition and farm management.

September 21, 2020

Animal Nutrition

How to calculate a simple feed formulation by hand

I have prepared a very quick outline on how to create a simple broiler feed using the very basic feed ingredients needed.

September 21, 2020

African Swine Fever

How will Germany’s ASF situation affect US pork producers?

With the emergence of African swine fever (ASF) in Europe’s largest pork-producing country, will U.S. pork producers see more export opportunities?

September 18, 2020

Latest News

US ag producers to see additional COVID financial aid

The U.S. Department of Agriculture will provide additional financial assistance for agricultural producers who have suffered losses related to the COVID-19 pandemic.

September 18, 2020

African Swine Fever

Soybean prices hit 2-year high amid ASF recovery

Rising soybean and corn prices are expected to continue after weather cuts into yields and Chinese feed demand surges amid recovery from ASF.

September 18, 2020

Latest News

High feed prices curtail Iranian poultry production

In the Islamic Republic of Iran, a shortage of poultry feed and consequent high prices have led 7,000 farmers to cease production in recent months.

September 18, 2020

African Swine Fever

NPPC seeks federal funding to protect against FADs

The National Pork Producers Council is urging Congress to fully fund programs that aim to keep foreign animal diseases from entering the country.

September 17, 2020

Animal Feed Manufacturers

CP Foods to acquire Chia Tai’s swine business

Charoen Pokphand Foods PCL (CPF) will acquire the swine business of Chia Tai Investment Co. Ltd. (CTI), pending shareholder approval.

September 17, 2020

Animal Feed Manufacturing

Philippine feed millers to buy more local corn

The Philippine Association of Feed Millers said its members would purchase more corn from local farmers, as a bumper crop increases availability.

September 17, 2020

African Swine Fever

COVID-19 delays construction on USDA research facility

Despite delays related to the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, construction of the first biosecurity level (BSL) 4 laboratory in the U.S. continues.

September 16, 2020