A good use for leftover brewer’s yeast. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Brewer’s yeast used to make beer is typically discarded once it’s no longer needed. Sometimes, …
Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza Detections Increase in June
The number of birds affected by the ongoing outbreak of Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI) saw an uptick in June, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA). Numbers reported …
Proposition 12 Challenge Receives Support from Biden Administration
Last week the agriculture industry’s challenge to California’s Proposition 12 received support from the Biden administration. U.S. Solicitor General Elizabeth Prelogar filed an amicus brief supporting the Supreme Court challenge …
USDA Works to Improve Market Conditions for Poultry Farmers
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is taking action to improve market conditions for poultry farmers. USDA has proposed a rule that will provide more transparency in poultry growing contracts …
Combating African Swine Fever
We’ve been hearing about African Swine Fever lately. So what is it, and what’s being done about it? That’s the topic of today’s This Land of Ours. African swine fever …
Feral Swine in America: USDA-APHIS Goes to Georgia
The newest video in the ongoing series, Feral Swine in America: Episode 5- Georgia, takes us to peanut fields to hear about the invasive species’ impacts on this American staple crop. …
Beef Sustainability Campaign Reaches 96 Million Consumers
A Beef Checkoff-funded campaign called, “Rethink the Ranch,” was executed by Beef. It’s What’s For Dinner. It introduced the public to beef producers who make science-driven decisions to keep their …
Birds Lost to Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza Tops 27 Million
The current outbreak of Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI) has impacted more than 27 million birds, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. The U.S. Department of Agriculture …
SCOTUS Agrees to Hear Proposition 12 Challenge
After months of waiting, the Supreme Court of the U.S. (SCOTUS) announced they will hear the case challenging California’s Proposition 12. The petition was brought by the National Pork Producers …
What You Need to Know About Egg Candling
What you need to know about egg candling. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Egg candling is a method of shining light inside an egg that enables you to …
Best Chicken Breeds to Raise on the Homestead
One of the best chicken breeds to raise on the homestead. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. The Buckeye Chicken is a fantastic heritage and dual-purpose breed, making …
Best Herbs to Keep Your Chickens in Tip Top Shape
The best herbs to keep your chickens in tip top shape. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Herbs are not only helpful for humans, but they can keep …
Create a Chicken Garden to Keep Your Feathered Friends Healthy
How to create a chicken garden to keep your feathered friends healthy, and also away from your harvest. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. A chicken garden is …
Court Issues a Stay of Enforcement for Proposition 12 Provisions
California officials will not be enforcing the guidelines for animal welfare established in Proposition 12 after a recent court ruling. The Superior Court for Sacramento County has postponed enforcement until …