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Livestock producers have seen favorable prices, but Extension analysts say they need to stay on top of expenses. (Journal photo by Dave Bergmeier.)
Beef

Stay focused on production costs

With closures and realignments n the processing industry, livestock economists say it is a good time to look at costs, Dave Bergmeier writes. Read More

(Journal photo by Kylene Scott.)
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Beef nutrition demonstrations set in January

As the year nears the end several packing plants announced plans to close as animal protein supplies remain tight and margins are thin, according to agricultural economists. This photo was taken near Dodge City. (Journal photo by Dave Bergmeier.)
Livestock

Processing plant closures reflect tight margins



Dave Bergmeier

Grinch appears to have won battle over farm bill

New World screwworm found in Mexico 

Isolating cattle that join the herd for the first 30 days is an important part of a biosecurity plan, K-State veterinarian Bob Larson said. (Photo: K-State Research and Extension news service)

Establishing a biosecurity plan

  • By Lisa Moser │ Kansas State University Research and Extension

Tyson to close plant in Emporia, Kansas

Kansas State University livestock judging team won national champion honors at the 2024 North American International Livestock Exposition Judging Contest in Louisville, Kentucky. (Courtesy photo.)

K-State livestock team claims national title

(Journal photo by Dave Bergmeier.)

WASDE: Red meat and poultry production upped for 2024

Bales should be removed from the field to avoid damage to existing forage and the hay itself. (U of A System Division of Agriculture courtesy photo by Dirk Philipp)

USDA emergency aid awarded to Kansas producers

(Photo courtesy of Noble Research Institute.)

Noble, Certified Angus Beef team up to boost rangeland health