The Livestock Forage Disaster Program provides assistance to producers for grazing losses caused by drought.

Eating alfalfa, sorghum-sudangrass and sudangrass right after a killing freeze can cause health problems in cattle.

Selecting good heifers helps build a good cow herd.

Now is a good time to protect the herd from health issues.

Soybeans can be used as a protein supplement for beef cattle, as long as the beans are a small part of the cattle’s diet.

He becomes interim department head Sept. 16.

Producers have several ways to reduce grazing stress on their pastures and meet their cattle’s nutritional needs.

Ergotism is most prevalent in late summer, when the seed heads of grass mature.

Dry conditions make producers concerned about their forage resources.

Extension agents and specialists received national recognition for their work.

Corn silage can provide a high-quality feed for livestock if it is harvested and ensiled properly.

Corn isn’t just food; it’s used to make products such as ethanol, plastics, matchsticks, glue and crayons.

NDSU Extension also has developed health and disaster preparedness online tools and apps.

Producers have several options for controlling flies.

Check bulls often during the early part of the breeding season.

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

Both specialists have prior NDSU experience.

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

Expect cattle and other livestock price volatility to continue until trade disputes are resolved.

He will focus on whole farm and agribusiness financial structure, risk management, land values and rents, and farm financial trends.

Youth bring home team and individual awards in meat judging.

The associate professor emeritus is being recognized for his contributions to the meat industry through teaching, outreach work, research and service.

Left untreated, pests can cause significant loss in production.

Planting summer annual forage crops could be an option where moisture is adequate for emergence or rain still may come.

The 2017 analysis consisted of 457 farms throughout North Dakota.

Severe frostbite or other injuries that occurred in March may be affecting bulls now.

Producers may see a reduction in forage production on their pastures and rangeland.

Now is the time to be protecting calves' health with vaccinations.

Several teams and individuals brought home honors from the first North Dakota 4-H Livestock Quiz Bowl.

The virus is highly contagious and can cause respiratory or neurologic infections, abortions in mares and even death.