This huge market drop is affecting the pork industry especially because of the labor issues. If the coronavirus gets any worse, the industry could be in trouble. #ANS211
The National Pork Producers Council is warning of serious disruption to the U.S. pork industry. That’s especially with severe labor shortages at hog farms and in processing plants if already severe labor shortages are made worse by the coronavirus.
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With coronavirus looming, it is important to watch and trust the scientists at the forefront of the virus. They are working to keep it contained #ANS211
Curtis Youngs believes the loss of any livestock breed is tragic. Youngs, an animal scientist was part of a team that produced a report dealing with the loss of genetic diversity in livestock. https://t.co/5kpzz8WU3x
This major disease outbreak that has been happening in the world around us is a major issue. Maintaining and improving our biosecurity measures is imperative in keeping it out of our food system. #ANS211
“The increasing frequency of occurrence of known diseases, as well as threats from emerging infectious diseases that could dramatically threaten our country, demands increased attention to enhanced agricultural biodefense.”
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This family utilized science and selective breeding to expand our industry to reach a certain niche in the dairy market, and it seems to be working. #ANS211
As the quest for sustainable profitability continues to drive agriculture forward, innovative farm managers must maintain a perpetual curiosity for incremental improvement @ASFMRA
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Being able to accept other people's opinions but still be able to have a conversation about topics is key to be able to move forward in our society. #ANS211
Genetically modified organisms like these moths can be very helpful when it comes to pest control and other things that could help us with how we grow our food. #ANS211
Diamondback moths love 🥦 broccoli, cabbage and cauliflower. Frustrated farmers might get a new weapon against them: genetically engineered moths. Innovative farm technology developed by @Oxitec.
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Infographs are great ways to get a point across quickly by entertaining the reader with pictures and graphs to make the details more enjoyable. #ANS211