Backgrounding cattle is a program in which cattle are fed for a period of time after weaning and before they are placed in finishing feedlots.

Flooded hay needs to be salvaged fast because it can mold or catch on fire.

Breeding soundness exams are an essential part of the cow-calf operation.

Breeding soundness exams can uncover problems with just-purchased young bulls and older bulls that have sired calf crops.

Flies can cause significant monetary losses.

Develop good herd health and vaccination strategies to minimize losses.

Thiamine deficiencies and excess sulfur can cause polio in sheep.

This regulation will go into effect Jan. 1, 2017.

Soremouth is common in sheep and goats.

Mike Beltz of Hillsboro has been elected the chair of the board.