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WASHINGTON, D.C. - American Agri-Women’s 30 th Symposium was held at the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) in Washington, D.C. on June 9 th . The organization’s past presidents identified this year’s topic as, “New Era in Public Land Management: Healthy Forests, Grazing, and Water Resources,” to develop a deeper understanding of complex issues and possible solutions for improving the health of U.S. natural resources.  AAW Immediate Past President Heather Hampton+Knodle o

An average American Holstein dairy cow produces approximately 75 pounds — or about 9 gallons — of milk per day . Over a standard 305-day lactation period, that adds up to around 23,000 pounds of milk . Depending on health, nutrition, and stage of lactation, daily production can range from about 4 to more than 11 gallons. That’s roughly 90 glasses of milk every single day from one cow. Holsteins make up more than 90% of the U.S. dairy herd, and their high production is one re

From Farm to Heart: The Role of Pigs in Human Medicine Pigs are not just a source of meat; they also provide crucial byproducts that benefit human health. One of the most remarkable uses of pig byproducts is in medicine, where pig heart valves are utilized in human heart surgeries. These valves serve as life-saving substitutes for damaged human valves, offering a reliable alternative for patients. Agriculture is vital in supplying these essential medical components, highlight