Birthing complications are the highest threat to calf mortality

We asked producers to select the top causes of death in calves. Birthing complications led the pack, followed by weather and scours. Predation and an “other diseases” option were also listed.

Fuel prices jump after Iran conflict

When asked about fuel prices after the start of the conflict in Iran, just over half of the respondents said prices increased by $1 or less. The rest responded that prices jumped by $1 or more.