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

Some forage may be low in nutritional value and high in nitrate.

Poor water quality can impact livestock health.

Choosing a date for the hay harvest depends on many factors.

Underfed cows take longer to rebreed and may have difficult births.

Producers have options for using unharvested corn.

Vet tech students receive real-world experience.

Corn residue can be a good option for extending the grazing season, but too much grain can cause digestive upsets and other health issues.

Mold can develop in wet byproduct feeds under the right conditions.

Cattle should be vaccinated against anthrax before they're turned out into the pasture.