Contents

FEATURES:
Can we grow more rural veterinarians?
Ideas to reverse the decline of rural veterinary care. By Alan Newport

More than just beans
Brazil emerges a major force in global meat markets.

Power blowin' in the wind
Missouri's first farm is coming in the northwest. By James D. Ritchie

More informed farm management and marketing
Called "Annie's Project," this program helps farm women sharpen skills.

Cooperatives: Contributing to the success of our communities
By Kylie Dicket

Relaxed management leads to calm cattle

COLUMNS:
Country corner
Agriculture gets tossed by the sociopolitical perfect storm. By Steve Fairchild

Letters

Up Front

Crops
Double-crop soybean considerations for 2006. By Paul Tracy

Nutrition
Feed and formulas for increased fertility. By Dr. Jim White

Another voice There is no parallel agriculture. By Ron Macher

Livestock report By Glenn Grimes

Grain report By Dr. Robert Wisner

Country Humor

MFA Oil
The move to low-sulver fuels hits pace. By Don North

Canning recipes

Viewpoint
Competent board members provide necessary oversight and guidance. By Don Copenhaver