Test water quality prior to livestock turnout.

High temperatures promote the growth of blue-green algae, which can produce harmful toxins.

Summer heat and humidity can take a toll on cattle and humans.

It’s a locally delivered educational program to build participants’ skills to lead watershed, conservation and community-based projects.

Poor water quality can impact livestock health.

Cyanobacteria often occur in stagnant ponds or dugouts, forming large colonies that appear as scum on or just below the water surface.

Fourteen counties have exceptional drought status.

Adequate water is critical for livestock health and production.

Salts, minerals and bacteria may have compromised the quality of water in ponds and dugouts.

An algae bloom in Walsh County has tested positive for toxic cyanobacteria production.