Tag: livestock production
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5 Rules for Dealing with Activists
5 Rules for Dealing with Activists By: Yvonne Vizzier Thaxton Great tips for agricultural advocates! – Don’t argue; they don’t want to hear what you have to say and you won’t change their minds. – Do answer questions. If there is any doubt about a practice, admit it. Remember we are constantly learning and updating…
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Mike Rowe: Friend of Agriculture
At the 2009 National FFA Convention, one of the keynote speakers was Mike Rowe, host of the highly successful show “Dirty Jobs.” Now, among all FFA speakers, Mike spoke to the audience about working hard, being driven and not waiting until it’s too late to start influencing those around you. He also spoke about animal…
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Legislation to cut use of antibiotics is supported strongly in D.C
Unfortunately, that title is true. PAMTA (Preservation of Antibiotics for Medical Treatment Act) is being backed strongly by over 100 representatives. The legislations has several stated purposes: The proposed legislation seeks to eliminate the “non-therapeutic” use of antibiotic drugs considered important for human health. The intent of the legislation is to decrease the development of…
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“Nature is cruel but we don’t have to be” – Temple Grandin
Well, I just finished watching ‘Temple Grandin’ and it was fabulous. It solidified my desire to work with her on both my Master’s projects and also attend CSU to pursue my PhD. If you missed it, it will be on HBO again at 10:45. You can look up a program schedule for the next two weeks…
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HSUS Trying to Take Down Ohio….Again
Today, news was released that HSUS has filed an amendment to the Ohio Constitution that would force the Ohio Livestock Care and Standards Board (see “A Battle Won for Animal Agriculture” 11/5/09) to adopt minimum requirements for all farmers and livestock producers. Those minimum requirements are: – Prohibit a farm owner or operator from tethering…