Rumors of New World Screwworm in Missouri Refuted by Officials
Missouri agriculture leaders and federal officials have dispelled unfounded media reports alleging the detection of the New World screwworm in the state, calling the claims irresponsible and unsubstantiated. Recent media coverage has sparked alarm among livestock producers
USMEF Conference Focuses on Innovative Solutions in a Challenging Trade Environment
The U.S. Meat Export Federation (USMEF) concluded its Spring Conference in Fort Worth, Texas, Friday with a panel discussion in which senior international staff gave examples of innovative efforts to overcome trade challenges. Jihae Yang, USMEF vice
National Council of Farmer Cooperatives Names Duane Simpson as New President and CEO
Washington, D.C. (May 27, 2025) — The National Council of Farmer Cooperatives (NCFC) today announced the selection of Duane Simpson as its next President and Chief Executive Officer. Simpson will formally assume the role on July 14,
Red Meat Production Falls 1% Year Over Year
Red meat output in April fell 1% from the same month in 2024, according to a report from the Ag Department. Production in the U.S. totaled 4.6 billion pounds last month, down from 4.64 billion a year
Vikings Continue OTA’s
(Eagan, MN) — The Minnesota Vikings are back at it again today. The Purple hold their second day of organized team activities from TCO Performance Center after a successful first day yesterday. JJ McCarthy returned to the
Timberwolves Visit OKC In Game Five
(Oklahoma City, OK) — The Minnesota Timberwolves look to keep their season alive when they visit the Oklahoma City Thunder in Game Five of the Western Conference Finals tonight. The Wolves dropped Game Four 128-126 and now
Twins Even Up Series With Rays
(Tampa, FL) — The Minnesota Twins got back in the win column with a 4-2 win over the Tampa Bay Rays from George Steinbrenner Field. Joe Ryan earned his fifth win of the season after holding Tampa
Supreme Court Orders Re-Evaluation Of Lawsuit Against MN Police Officer
(Washington, DC) — The Supreme Court is ordering a lower court to re-evaluate whether a Minneapolis police officer can be sued for blinding a teenager during protests after the death of George Floyd in 2020. Ethan Marks
Gianforte Veto Count Reaches 30
(Helena, MT) — The stack of rejected bills passed by the Montana Legislature is piling up. Governor Greg Gianforte recently vetoed two bills related to health care, but he said no because of budget-related issues. Gianforte has
ND’s Vehicle Fatalities Lowest In Decades
(Bismarck, ND) — Vehicle fatalities in North Dakota are dropping to record lows. The state Department of Transportation Highway Safety Division said there were 89 deadly accidents last year, the lowest ever in 24 years. Officials say