CropVillage update for February 11, 2011, Mycotoxin Binders and Economic Future

Agriculture Telling its Story

Audio: Mycotoxin Binder Research - Do They Work For You? - Jessica Nixon, Poultry Science graduate student at North Carolina State University, shares her research on effectiveness of the mycotoxin binding solutions currently on the market. While some producers have better luck with some products than others, Jessica's research shows a definate feed efficiency response. From the 2011 International Poultry Scientific Forum.
Winter Farm and Ranch Work - Do farmers and ranchers take the winter months off? Definitely not! This AgChat discussion shares insights on what does happen during the winter months.
Video: How Do We Feed Pigs With $5+ Corn? - Dr. Mark Whitney, associate professor, University of Minnesota Extension, shares his analysis on how $7 corn will impact pork producers and what they can do in this market. From the 2011 Minnesota Pork Congress, January 19-20, 2011, Minneapolis, MN, USA.
Video: How to Attract and Keep Valuable Farm Employees - Jim Lummus, Department of Producer and Industry Relations, National Pork Board, provides the tools and information to setup your foundation for employee recruiting and retention. From the 2011 Minnesota Pork Congress, January 19-20, 2011, Minneapolis, MN, USA.
Vote for your favorite "Are You Carhartt Tough?" Finalist - Tim Zweber, dairyman at Zweber Farms in Elko, MN, made it to the finals of the Are You Carhartt Tough? contest. Tim is one of two farmers in the finalist list seeking votes to become the winner. Take some time to read his story and the story of the other finalists and help make one of them a winner.
Audio: What Does the Future Hold for Ethanol and Grain Prices? - Economist Dr. Steve Meyer shares thoughts on the impact of ethanol policy on grain markets and who eventually pays for the diversion from feed supplies.