Dairy, Livestock and Poultry

Stories about Indiana farmers who raise livestock, including cattle, chickens, hogs and other farm animals.

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Made in Indiana

Made in Indiana: Beneker Family Farms

Beneker Family Farms showcases more than 120 years of experience raising cattle, producing pasture-raised and grain-finished beef.

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Ranching Roots Lead to Montrose Farms Alpaca Ranch

On property with roots stretching back to 1824, some fluffy residents are ready to greet visitors at Montrose Farms Alpaca Ranch.

Drone shot of Ozark Fisheries ponds

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Ozark Fisheries Molds Martinsville the “Goldfish Capital of the World”

Ozark Fisheries has been raising fish since 1926, and seized the opportunity to open an Indiana location to become a major fish supplier.

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Farm Facts: Hogs

Indiana ranks No. 5 in the nation in number of hogs making it a significant ag sector. Check out these fun facts about Hoosier hogs.

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Ancona ducks at Heritage Meadows Farm

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Heritage Meadows Farm Focuses on Heirloom Plants and Heritage Animal Genetics

Heritage Meadows Farm takes a step back in time, focusing on conservation of heirloom plants and heritage animal genetics.

New Generation Dairy owner Brian Rexing checks on the feed for his cows

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New Generation Dairy Embraces Sustainable Practices to Protect Farmland and the Planet

Fourth-generation dairy farmer Brian Rexing knows herd and environment health are essential to creating success at New Generation Dairy Farm.

Cows at New Generation Dairy

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Indiana Dairy Stats

Learn a few Indiana dairy stats, from how many producers are in the state to how many use robotic milking systems.

Dairy, Livestock and Poultry

Why the Indiana Duck Industry is No. 1

The Hoosier State leads the nation in production of duck – particularly White Pekin – and produces top-notch, quality poultry.

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