Weather Causes Replant & Weed-Control Headaches

Like a freight train through a veil, an opioid crisis has roared across farm country. Nathan Casburn is a most unlikely survivor. In plain fashion, he pulls no punches and tells a hellish tale of loss and triumph. "Never, never believe that it’s too late,” he says.

Similar to the Texas case, the worker had regular exposure to livestock infected with bird flu and only reported eye symptoms. The CDC says the risk to the general public remains low.

Finding skilled labor is a major challenge. However, there are strategies you can use to make your operation a more attractive workplace. The good news — it doesn't necessarily require offering higher pay.

What are the non-negotiables for pork producers in 2024? In the first State of the Pork Industry Report hosted by Farm Journal’s PORK editor Jennifer Shike, four experts compare 2023 data to what they see in the barns.