Determining the nutrient content of forages and other feeds through laboratory analysis is the best way to design a nutrition program that meets livestock requirements.

Early weaning can help reduce pressure on native pastures and extend forage supplies for adult beef cows.

The U.S. Department of Agriculture will allow producers to graze, hay or cut cover crops on prevented-planting acres beginning Sept. 1.

The application deadline has been extended to Sept. 11.

Cyanobacteria, also known as blue-green algae, can produce toxins that are harmful to livestock, wildlife and people.

The pandemic caused major disruptions in the U.S. meat industry.

Sweetclover is a biennial legume that lives for two years.

Some producers may be facing a hay shortage.

The sheep industry has reasons to be optimistic.

The forage species selected will vary based on the primary planned use.

Pinkeye can result in increased labor, the need to purchase antibiotics, decreased weaning weights and lower prices paid for animals with scarred eyes.

Developing a crop marketing plan in this environment just got harder.

Growing cereal forages for hay will be one of the topics covered during this year’s field day.

Pregnancy testing is one way to monitor reproductive performance and help make appropriate management decisions.

A former Extension agent and specialist has been named to SBARE.

Scientists will study management options that sustainably enhance livestock productivity while conserving regional biodiversity.

Lack of rain can impact forage production.

Left untreated, flies can cause significant losses in production.

Producers and others will be able see the center researchers’ work by watching short prerecorded videos shot on location.

The plan helps emergency personnel know how to assess an accident involving livestock, make critical decisions, and keep themselves and the public safe.

Extension specialists in NDSU’s Agribusiness and Applied Economics Department have launched a newsletter called Agriculture By the Numbers.

The CREC’s virtual beef production field day will go live July 14.

The combination of heat and humidity can create stress on livestock.

Instances of blue-green algae are on the increase in North Dakota.

Planting a cover crop can enhance soil health while creating feed for late-season grazing or hay and haylage production.

Some forages may contain levels of nitrate that are toxic to livestock.

Producers need to find ways to delay marketing their cattle during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Several North Dakotans receive North Central Region Sustainable Agriculture Research and Education Program awards.

The CFAP provides financial assistance to producers of agricultural commodities who have suffered a 5% or greater price decline due to COVID-19 and face additional significant marketing costs.

NDSU Extension offers recommendations for weed control in pastures.