Hundreds of livestock breeds have gone extinct – but some Australian farmers are keeping endangered breeds alive
Genetic diversity matters for wildlife – and for the livestock on which we depend. Yet breed after breed is disappearing into extinction.
Science Daily16h
New CRISPRs expand upon the original's abilities
Researchers have discovered a handful of new CRISPR-Cas systems that could add to the capabilities of the already transformational gene editing and DNA manipulation toolbox. Of the new recruits, one ...
Agriland4h
Building a brand-new 150,000 head beef feedlot in Nebraska
A group of cattle feeders have come together to develop a brand-new 150,000 head beef feedlot and AD facility in the state of ...
The Meadville Tribune5h
Most cross-bred beef-dairy calves display heartier constitutions than purebreds
Many modern dairy farm operations have developed an additional revenue stream by breeding dairy cows with Black Angus beef bulls using artificial insemination to produce crossbred calves, ...
TwistedSifter on MSN13h
Why Does Our Culture Consume So Much Cow’s Milk? And Why Aren’t Alternative Animal Milks More Common?
Oat milk, almond milk, soy milk, rice milk, even potato milk – and of course, for those who choose to consume dairy, cow milk ...