Weigh the pros and cons before deciding to background calves this year.

Field moisture above 18 percent to 20 percent for a long time and temperatures above 45 degrees generally favor ear mold development.

NDSU animal scientist Vern Anderson is selected as 2009 communicator of the year.

Producers may receive a premium for cattle raised naturally.

NDSU’s Extension beef cattle specialist offers advice on making sure newborn calves receive enough colostrum.

Workshop scheduled to discuss surviving increasing energy and feed costs.

CalfAID, a North Dakota-based program to verify the age and source of beef cattle, will continue.

Genetics could play a larger role in improving cattle quality and cutting feed costs.

The new livestock handling system at the NDSU Carrington Research Extension Center reduces stress on cattle and workers.

The NDSU Extension veterinarian is urging producers to get their livestock vaccinated against anthrax.