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It's that time of year again. Time for livestock shows, fair rides, junk food and fellowship among agriculture friends and family. For many, state fairs are already well underway. In the next two weeks, I will be attending both the Minnesota and...

Although massive amounts of rain and some spot flooding made this summer very interesting, we did manage to get our hay put up, and our calves are thriving on creep feed and an abundance of pasture grass. Our rotational grazing system is working...

It seems a great deal of discussion has been dedicated to the Grain Inspection, Packers and Stockyards Administration (GIPSA) proposed rule that aims to correct competition issues and create a more fair market environment for producers. Yet...

You might remember my blog post last year on the South Dakota legislative showmanship contest that paired state government representatives with local 4-H kids in an effort to have a fun time and talk about agricultural issues with legislators. You...

When asking producers at the 2010 DakotaFest in Mitchell, SD about the proposed rule by USDA’s Grain Inspection, Packers and Stockyards Administration (GIPSA), South Dakota Cattlemen’s Association (SDCA) President Bryan Nagel said the most...

Like many local farmers and ranchers, I was among those who flocked to ...

Readers often ask me how I come up with a different topic to blog about each day. While I will admit that some days are more challenging than others, I always tell folks that an afternoon spent outside with the cattle can usually provide an idea...

In previous speaking engagements, I have put on social networking training workshops for producers hoping to interact with consumers and share our agriculture story. By doing this, we hope to bolster beef demand, correct misinformation and educate...

Animal welfare: it’s a phrase that’s been usurped by animal rights groups but is practiced daily by America’s livestock producers. Earlier this week, I was a featured speaker at the 2010 South Dakota Veterinary Medicine Association’s annual...