Wildfires near Yuma: Crews battling Cattle and Ranch fires
The cattle and ranch fires are small but are being fanned by strong winds. Crews are battling two wildfires in the Colorado River northeast of Yuma, according to the Arizona Department of Forestry and Fire Management. The Cattle Fire burned about 25 acres 11 miles northeast of Yuma. The fire is threatening utility lines in […]
FACT CHECK: No, This Image Does Not Show Dogs Leading Cattle To Safety After Flooding From Hurricane Helene
image share in thread It reportedly depicts a dog leading a large herd of cattle through flooded areas after Hurricane Helen made landfall. Posted by @clare.rolfzen View in thread Verdict: False Image caption is incorrect. According to a post from the South Florida Conservation Society, the photo was actually taken in 2017 during Hurricane Irma. […]
Alabama Truckers, Cattlemen, Ag Commissioner join forces to support Texas cattle farmers after wildfires ravage over 1.5 million acres
Recent Forest fire A series of fires in Texas have drastically reduced the state's vital food supply of hay to sustain its livestock. The fires have reportedly destroyed more than 1.5 million acres of prime cattle land, affecting 85% of the state's cattle. In response to the deepening crisis, the Alabama Cattlemen's Association, the Alabama […]
Influential cattle association lines up behind Dobson for Congress
One of the most influential and longest-running livestock organizations in the United States has endorsed Carolyn Dobson for the Republican nomination for Alabama's newly elected 2nd Congressional District. The Texas and Southwest Cattlemen's Association was founded in 1877 and currently advocates for the interests of more than 26,000 beef cattle operations, ranching families, and businesses. […]
Influential cattle association lines up behind Caroleene Dobson for Congress
One of the most influential and longest-running livestock organizations in the United States has endorsed Carolyn Dobson for the Republican nomination for Alabama's newly created 2nd Congressional District. The Texas and Southwest Cattlemen's Association was founded in 1877 and today advocates for the interests of more than 26,000 beef cattle operations, ranching families, and businesses. […]
Herd Of Cattle Attacks Colorado Jogger On Morning Run
About 15 to 20 cows unexpectedly attacked a jogger along a trail in Colorado Tuesday morning. A jogger found himself surrounded by a small crowd. CowMost were mothers with calves trying to protect themselves while on the ground. Colorado Hometown Weekly report. Boulder County Parks and Open Spaces (BCPOS) rangers responded to a 911 call […]
How Western Cattle Ranchers Cut Off Indigenous Water Rights
The Colorado River is the largest source of water in the western United States, supporting 40 million people across the states of Wyoming, Colorado, Utah, New Mexico, Arizona, Nevada and California. The basin’s inhabitants are facing historic water shortages as the river dries up at an alarming rate. Many refer to this as a “drought,” […]
Despite federal restrictions, cattle have damaged conservation area along San Pedro River
A study by the Center for Biodiversity found that much of the 42-mile San Pedro Conservation Area in southeastern Arizona has been severely affected by cattle grazing, with “BLM employees who worship cattle and fear ranchers.” ‘ is accusing. The study, released earlier this month by the Tucson-based environmental group, identified about 39 miles of […]
