Watch for breeding activity, injuries and overall condition.
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Choosing a date for the hay harvest depends on many factors.
Producers should monitor their calf crop closely in the next week to 10 days.
Newer stands usually are more winter hardy.
Grazing native range grasses too early can reduce forage production.
Cattle producers can improve the chances of their operation being successful.
NDSU research shows early intensive grazing has reduced bluegrass growth.
Limited snowmelt and rainfall could affect the quality of water in pastures.
Producers should be proactive in case drought is a problem this year.
Breeding soundness exams can uncover problems with just-purchased young bulls and older bulls that have sired calf crops.
The project gives producers information on feedlot performance, quality grade and retained ownership profitability.
Meehan is the Extension livestock environmental stewardship specialist.
The best way to determine what caused an abortion or stillbirth in cattle is lab testing.
Being prepared is a good way to help ensure the calving season goes smoothly.
Teams from Ransom and Kidder counties take first place in the livestock judging contest.
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Ron Haugen, NDSU Extension Service farm economist, has some items to note for your 2013 income tax preparation.
N.D. 4-H’ers bring home honors from the Western National Roundup.
Starlings can eat 50 percent of their bodyweight in feed a day.
Sheep are tolerant to cold weather with proper care.
Inadequate nutrition can cause cows to lose weight and body condition.
The North Dakota 4-H Foundation recognizes dedicated 4-H volunteers.
Sheep producers have many considerations when thinking about expanding their flocks.
Jerry Doan, a leader in North Dakota agriculture, was the first chair of the State Board of Agricultural Research and Education.
In 2013, more than 70 percent of the farms were crop farms and the median age of a farm operator was 48.
The process of developing healthy calves starts at birth.
NDSU researchers study several beef cattle topics in 2014.
All mammals are susceptible to rabies.
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