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I like meat; you like meat. Most everyone likes meat.But there are problems with being carnivores: scarcity, price, and (scoff if you must) there's that whole moral issue. Back in May, I introduced a...
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Program compensates farmers for livestock deaths

The Livestock Indemnity Program (LIP) provides assistance to producers for livestock deaths that result from a disaster.

September 11, 2009

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Commissioner Hugoson urges USDA to reshape animal identification discussion

Letter to Secretary Vilsack suggests bigger state role and a focus on "how to do it" instead of "why to do it."

July 22, 2009

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Poultry processor in Ashby becomes USDA-inspected

TFC Poultry in Ashby will once again be open to both large and small poultry producers. It processes chickens, pheasants, turkeys, ducks, geese and other birds.

May 06, 2009

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'Swine' not appropriate name

Southwestern Minnesota pork producers asked local school leaders to watch their wording when discussing the current influenza outbreak.

By By Scott Wente, State Capitol Bureau , May 01, 2009

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Swine flu and you: FAQ

Here are some frequently asked questions about the swine flu and answers from the Centers for Disease Control.

April 30, 2009

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Centers for Disease Control says eating pork is safe

With the recent outbreak of the 2009 H1N1 flu virus, or swine virus, consumers are concerned about the safety of eating pork.

April 30, 2009

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Bills would define horses as livestock

Horse owners want to be included in Minnesota's agriculture industry. Bills currently making their way through the Legislature are designed to provide a "clear and decisive definition of horses as livestock," horse farmer David Dayon of St. Michael said. The change could give farmers who raise horses for a living tax breaks, while not giving the same advantages to people who raise a few horses for recreation.

By Karrah Anderson and Don Davis, E/P State Capital Bureau , March 09, 2009

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Minnesota receives split state status for TB

Three years after detecting bovine tuberculosis (TB) in northwest Minnesota, the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) has approved Minnesota’s Split State Status.

November 25, 2008

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Progress made in fight against bovine TB

We may not be completely done with sunny, warm weather, but this time of year there’s no denying the trend. Summer is over, and with autumn comes an increase in cattle movement as fall feeder cattle runs begin.

By By Gene Hugoson, commissioner, Minnesota Department of Agriculture , October 01, 2008

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Hundreds apply for MDA livestock investment grants

Hundreds of Minnesota livestock producers have applied for a Minnesota Department of Agriculture (MDA) livestock investment grant to help them offset the cost of improving or expanding their operations.

October 01, 2008

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Meat Goat Conference to take place in Alexandria

This three-day event will cover topics such as goat health, nutrition, breeding management and artificial insemination, selection of meat goats for breeding stock, show tips and techniques, and Midwest marketing strategies and opportunities.

September 24, 2008

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100 dairy farmers recognized for superior herd management

Minnesota Agriculture Commissioner Gene Hugoson recently released a list of 100 dairy farmers from around the state who showed superior dairy herd management skills in 2007 as measured by their cows’ low somatic cell count average.

July 09, 2008

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Warning issued about handling baby chicks

State health officials have identified seven cases of salmonellosis in recent months that are associated with handling chicks or ducklings, prompting them to remind Minnesotans to wash hands thoroughly after handling baby poultry.

June 18, 2008

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Minnesota's milk cow numbers rank sixth in nation

“Dairy farmers are part of the backbone of our country, and with June being dairy month, it gives everyone a great opportunity to show dairy farmers some much-deserved appreciation,” said Doug Peterson, Minnesota Farmers Union (MFU) president.

June 11, 2008

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Veterinarian answers questions about bovine TB

One of the most important agricultural issues in Minnesota right now is the eradication of bovine tuberculosis (TB). And for the Board of Animal Health, bovine TB is our most important issue. We remain committed to eliminating this disease from Minnesota cattle and returning our state to TB-free status.

May 28, 2008

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