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The moment a heifer is born, her DNA can be tested to show her future performance and profitability. (Journal photo by Lacey Vilhauer.)
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Genetic prediction tests: An accurate means of telling a heifer’s fortune

Traditional commercial heifer selection through phenotypic means can be right on the money, but in some cases, it’s about as accurate as shaking a Magic 8 Ball and expecting the prediction to be true. Read More

Rusty crayfish. (Photo courtesy of Colorado Parks and Wildlife.)
Fishing, Outdoors

CPW announces discovery of rusty crayfish in Lake Granby

(Photo courtesy of Iowa State University Extension and Outreach.)
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5 calf health considerations to maximize immunity, decrease disease 



USDA-ARS and OWRC scientists improving water control structures

Lights on, feeding plants

Solutions for the problem farm pond

Soy farmers offer $1 million to help move lock and dam project forward

Low water is crippling South American grain highway