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Safeguarding the future of animal ag by bridging the communication gap between the farm and food communities, one blog post at a time.

How the United States Defeated New World Screwworm—And Why That Success Matters Again 

For nearly six decades, the eradication of the New World screwworm stood as one of animal agriculture’s greatest success stories. Through scientific innovation, producer stewardship, and collaboration across the livestock community, veterinarians, and government agencies, the United States eliminated one of the industry’s most destructive pests in 1966—protecting millions of animals from the impacts of this detrimental pest.   Today, that success story has…

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How to advocate for agriculture on your college campus 

Animal agriculture advocacy comes in many different forms, each with the common goal of building trust between producers and the public, encouraging transparency, and supporting responsible, sustainable practices within the industry. Whether it’s a farmer sharing their daily life on social media, an industry expert speaking at an educational event, or a student participating in youth programs like 4-H and FFA, advocacy is happening all around us. You can find it in barns, classrooms, online platforms, community events, and even at family dinner tables. Each setting presents a valuable opportunity to tell agriculture’s story. 

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