USDA officials are increasingly worried wild animals could spread New
World screwworm to livestock, as confirmed cases grew to 12 across Texas and
New Mexico, prompting aggressive federal response efforts.
BWildlife Concerns Grow for Possible NWS Spread
Recent rainfall across the Plains and Midwest is improving pasture
conditions in some beef cow areas, while the Southeast remains notably dry.
More rain is expected throughout the week.
Drought Eases in Some Beef States
Corn was rated 68% in good-to-excellent condition. Soybeans were 95%
planted and rated 66% in good-to-excellent condition as of Sunday, June 14.
Winter wheat harvest reached 25% complete.
BUSDA Weekly Crop Progress Report
From Superior Livestock's Corn Belt Classic online feeder cattle sale, to
the monthly Cattle on Feed report, to the upcoming DTN Beef Industry Exchange
webinar, you'll want to block out time for these big-ticket items happening in
the next two weeks.
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A Canadian judge has approved plans for a Saskatchewan-based farming giant
that fell on the wrong side of creditors to sell 274,000 acres of ground in
Canada and three western states, including Montana, Arizona and Colorado.
BJudge Approves Monette Land Sale Plans