Ag terrorism threat looms over U.S. crops says Roberts
WICHITA AP Senator Pat Roberts on the Senate intelligence panel told Kansas Livestock Association that agroterrorism poses a top threat to food security. He cited crop-duster risks and pathogens like foot and mouth and avian flu, urging USDA first-responder powers and quick quarantines amid concerns for cattle and farm economies. He warned of potential chaos in cities and markets if crops are attacked and noted Karnal bunt in Texas wheat. The gathering also discussed biosecurity, disease plans, and policy stances on labeling and prairie dogs, with producers adopting measures to safeguard livestock and markets.
There’s still a role for Kansas Extension agents
A Shawnee County agriculture agent leads a successful beef tour displaying Extension value. The event highlights the need for county agents in farming and beef sectors, with Dan Daniels and Bill Hogue cited. The piece defends Extension against calls for abolition or consolidation and muses on broader rural outreach.
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Livestock market report from Joseph Missouri details prices
Slaughter steers and heifers mixed across weight classes with bids from 63 to 65.25 for Choice 2-4 steers and 65.10 for 1191 lb heifers. Slaughter cows and bulls mostly steady, high dressing cows 38.25 to 39.00, bulls 45 to 49. Feeder cattle show mixed gains up to 7 dollars. Hogs steady to 0.60 higher with barrows 230-270 lb at 31.00-31.50. Sows and boars scarce.
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