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2012 Census of Agriculture deadline approaching

May 10, 2013
The USDA is urging farmers and ranchers across the country to submit their 2012 Census of Agriculture before the May 31 deadline. Completing the Census will allow the USDA to obtain a more accurate picture of the agriculture industry in America and help determine the future of farming.
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McDonald’s removes Angus Burger from menu

May 9, 2013
McDonald’s Corp. has cut the Angus Third Pounder Burgers from its menus. The franchise company announced the removal of the burger as well as the Chicken Select and Fruit and Walnut Salads on May 9, while also saying that the Angus burgers "may still play a future role on our menu."
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Dr. Mike Apley recognized for outstanding industry support

May 9, 2013
Recognized for his leadership in beef cattle health and food safety, Kansas State University professor Mike Apley, D.V.M., Ph.D., D.A.C.V.C.P., recently received the 2013 Outstanding Service Award from the Academy of Veterinary Consultants (AVC). Apley was honored for dedicating his career to improving animal health and veterinary medicine by sharing his insights and expertise on antibiotic use in livestock.
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March beef export results mixed

May 9, 2013
March exports of U.S. beef were down in volume from a year ago but edged slightly higher in value. According to statistics released by the USDA and compiled by the U.S. Meat Export Federation (USMEF), March beef export volume of 83,612 metric tons (mt) was down 7 percent from a year ago but export value ($440.7 million) was slightly higher.
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EPD numbers can be 'smoking gun' when investigating cattle problems

May 9, 2013
A Missouri beef cow producer called the University of Missouri Extension this spring when he lost seven of nine calves born to first-calf heifers due to calving difficulties. Eldon Cole, a University of Missouri Extension livestock specialist with more than 40 years of experience, agreed to make a farm visit to help determine the problem.
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How to keep the herd

May 9, 2013
Jill J. Dunkel
The drought has eased in places, but it persists in 40 percent of the U.S. and another 10 percent could revert if seasonal rains stay away this summer. That outlook from the USDA Drought Monitor has many ranchers short on grazing or water at a crossroads:
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Cattle Production Veterinarian Hall of Fame nominees

May 8, 2013
Six legendary cattle veterinarians have been nominated for the 2013 Cattle Production Veterinarian Hall of Fame, which celebrates the rich traditions of production veterinary medicine by honoring exceptional individuals who have made lasting contributions to the veterinary profession.
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