Dec 26
There’s an emerging trend in the aquaculture industry: the need for additional funding. As global demand for seafood continues to rise, the opportunity for aquaculture’s growth is limited only by the need for additional funding. With the United Nations Food and Agriculture Organization estimating that the world will need an additional …READ MORE
Dec 19
Chicken farming is a massive industry. In 2016, the population of broiler chickens in the US alone was more than 8.7 billion. Just two years prior, the USDA conducted a study that showed there were 233,770 poultry farms in the US. It comes as no surprise, then, that changes in 2017 sent …READ MORE
Dec 12
Aquaculture is the fastest growing sector of agriculture in the world. Since 2005, global aquaculture has grown at an impressive rate of 5.8% annually. Over the next decade, all indications show continued growth. Many major industries have a certain level of reliance on aquaculture production to stimulate their economic expansion. …READ MORE
Dec 5
For the past five years, the H7N9 strain of the bird flu has wreaked havoc on China’s poultry population. According to NPR, the world power has experienced “annual waves of H7N9 outbreaks that peak around January and February” for the last five years. One of the things that makes the H7N9 …READ MORE
Nov 21
Did you know that one of the most common causes of poultry stress is transportation? Stress has health implications for chickens and can result in lower production levels and higher costs. Some of the most significant physiological symptoms of poultry stress include: Weight loss Immune suppression Increase susceptibility to diseases Transporting …READ MORE
Nov 14
The Farmer’s Almanac is predicting a colder than average winter in 2017, which means it’s time to start preparing your livestock for the chill, especially if you’re from Texas. Winterizing your ranch is a must this season with snow expected to fall throughout much of the southern US. The Farmer’s …READ MORE
Nov 7
2017 has seen its fair share of monumental issues concerning global animal agriculture. Thanks to intense scrutiny focused on international trade deals and sustainability, these issues have been at the forefront of the news throughout much of the year. There are four newsworthy events that stole the headlines this year. …READ MORE
Oct 31
In an industry that’s typically more serious than entertaining, we’ve compiled a list of farming and agriculture facts that are sure to pique your interest. Most people wouldn’t associate this industry with humor or intrigue, but chances are you haven’t heard these six strange facts before. 1. What Kind of …READ MORE
Oct 24
Providing essential nutrition for young animals is the key to raising productive, healthy livestock. Young animals are more vulnerable than adult members of their species because their immune systems and tolerances are still developing. This means the risk of contracting infections, sickness, and disease is much higher in early stages …READ MORE
Oct 17
As the fourth round of NAFTA negotiations wraps up in Washington D.C., tensions are on the rise. With President Trump threatening to cancel the long-standing trade agreement if the US is unable to secure favorable changes, discussions have focused on establishing economic balance for all three countries. This was especially …READ MORE
Oct 10
When Hurricane Harvey made landfall on the Texas coast, it brought with it winds in excess of 130 to 150 mph and 51.88 inches of rainfall, setting a new record for the continental US. In the wake of this devastation, the Texas agriculture industry is turning their attention to recovery efforts …READ MORE
Oct 3
If you’ve ever had to deal with moldy feed, you know that mold is a messy, expensive problem for livestock producers, feed manufacturers, and farmers. It can affect almost every aspect of your operation, including feed and grain integrity, animal health, feed consumption, and energy and production levels. Mold infestations …READ MORE
