Animal Agriculture Terminology 101: Words & their meanings
WEBOct 6, 2020 · Gelding: a castrated male horse. Filly: a young female horse. Colt: a young male horse. Yearling: a male or female horse between 1 and 2 years old. Foal: a male or female horse less than a year old. Hope you’ve enjoyed this list of farm-animal terms and learned a little bit about the specifics of each species. Michelle Miller, the Farm Babe ...
What are the five symbols of the FFA emblem? - AGDAILY
WEBJun 19, 2018 · Owl: A symbol of wisdom and knowledge. It takes smarts to be successful in the agriculture industry today. Eagle: America is home to the free and brave, thus it is only fitting the National FFA Emblem include the eagle. The eagle is a national symbol that serves as a reminder of our freedom and ability to explore new horizons for the future of ...
5 YouTube channels perfect for farmers - AGDAILY
WEBSep 26, 2016 · The five channels below are some of the most popular and well-received agriculture-related sources on YouTube. If you don’t subscribe to them yet, you should! From the insightful to the humorous, these five channels have you covered. PETERSON FARM BROTHERS. These pop-and-crop sensations have owned the farm parody space …
Top 7 U.S. dairy cattle breeds - AGDAILY
WEBJan 4, 2022 · Jersey. The Jersey is the smallest major dairy cattle breed, weighing in at between 800 to 1,200 pounds when mature. Jersey cows range in color from dark to light fawn, with or without white marks. They are known for their friendly personality, heat tolerance, feed efficiency, and producing rich milk, high in butterfat, which is great for …
The ultimate guide to planning your farm fence | AGDAILY
WEBMay 1, 2019 · A mesh wire fence (Image courtesy of Red Brand) Selecting the fencing material Woven wire. Woven wire fences consist of a number of smooth horizontal wires held apart by stays (vertical wires). This type of fencing comes in a variety of height options, so your choice depends on what animals you are rearing and how high they can jump.. …
10 farming and ranching YouTubers to subscribe to now
WEBJan 16, 2024 · 1. Millennial Farmer. The Millennial Farmer is otherwise known as Zach Johnson, a fifth-generation farmer from west central Minnesota. Zach makes videos about daily life on his family farm. With over 1 million subscribers, Zach’s content serves as a great resource to other farmers and starts a conversation about farming with the public.
CattleFax: Cattle and beef prices will continue to break records
WEBFeb 5, 2024 · Here’s what cattle prices are forecast to look like in 2024: Fed steers – finished animals ready for harvest will average $184/cwt, up $9 from 2023. Feeder steers (800 pounds) – animals ready to go into a feedlot for final finishing will average $240/cwt, up $20 from last year. Steer calves (550 pounds) – recently weaned calves, usually ...
2022 list of top 50 agtech and foodtech companies is released
WEBFeb 25, 2022 · New this year is a focus on sustainability. With agriculture playing a pivotal role in progressing global sustainability through innovation, the report highlights 10 sustainable companies based on their environmental impact and effort to form a more sustainable future.
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WEBThis article was written by Kevin Brooks for the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign’s College of Agricultural, Consumer, and Environmental Sciences Extension. AGDAILY is the premier digital destination for agriculture news, trends, and rural lifestyle -- a forward-thinking site for a forward-thinking industry.
The top agricultural commodity in each U.S. state | AGDAILY
WEBDec 23, 2021 · Tennessee’s top commodities include soybeans, corn, cattle and calves, miscellaneous crops, and broilers. With $3.7 billion in agricultural cash receipts, the agriculture industry has a strong impact on the state. Not only is it a huge economic driver, but the industry also employees 342,000 people in Tennessee.