High hay prices mean producers need to improve yields and reduce waste.

Leasing livestock may be the new reality in the cattle production industry.

Because of the recent enactment of the American Taxpayer Relief Act, the IRS has to have time to test their software and design forms, so they have given producers more time to file.

Remember that prices for each market class of cattle have different seasonal patterns, so at times 2013 prices for some market classes (feeder calves in particular) likely will be below last year.

Price projections are given for the major crop commodities and livestock and livestock products.

One way to reduce sheep production costs is to target resources during the peak demand, which is pregnancy.

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Sugar beet byproducts are high in fiber and energy.

Details of NDSU’s recent beef research are available in the new North Dakota Beef Report.

The center’s new Extension specialists will focus on providing producers with nutrient management information.

The Sheep Unit recently completed a multiyear remodeling project.

Drought conditions this year may force cattle producers to look for alternative feed sources.

Farm gross cash revenue has increased by more than 150 percent in the past decade.

Tree roots continue growing as long as the soil temperature is above 40 degrees.

Cool-season cereal grains fared better than warm-season grains during this year’s drought conditions.

An animal scientist becomes the director of the Central Grasslands Research Extension Center.

Risk analysis is a major and vital component for short- and long-term successful growth and profitability.

NDSU selects Charlie Stoltenow as Extension’s interim assistant director for agriculture and natural resources.

["NDSU researchers and scientists will talk about tillage, soil health, agricultural robotics and a quarter-scale student tractor.", ""]

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

Get livestock and pets vaccinated against rabies.

Canola can be an alternative feed for livestock, but producers need to be aware of the challenges.

Nitrate levels are a concern when haying or ensiling corn.

NDSU’s Animal Sciences Department adds a livestock stewardship position.

NDSU’s free service helps connect producers who need livestock feed with those who have it.

Watch out for green or blue-green scum in livestock water supplies, lakes and other recreational waterways.

Most cases of anthrax in northern Great Plains livestock occur in July and August.

North Dakota Angus producers are taking part in NDSU feedlot research.

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