NDSU Extension specialists have developed tips for reducing transmission of HPAI.
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Beginning in June of 2023, all animal antimicrobial products will be sold as prescription only.
Factors affecting pregnancy losses may occur at an individual or herd level.
Coccidiosis is an intestinal parasite that may contaminate feed and water.
Adequate nutrition, water access and bedding are just some of the considerations that ranchers should be thinking about during winter storms.
Colder temperatures and wind are a risk to newborn calves.
Backgrounding may be a good option this year, according to NDSU Extension experts.
Adequate preparation for winter calving can help reduce the risk of disease spread.
Backgrounding may still be economically feasible this winter.
Presentations will address corn and soybean production, grain marketing and rural living.
Beef cow pregnancy rates are important numbers to track.
Corn silage could make up 40% to 60% of diet dry matter and still be economical.
The success, dedication and hard work of outstanding agriculturists were honored during the 49th annual Harvest Bowl program at North Dakota State University on Nov. 10.
Testing forage and feed for nutrient quality provides ranchers with the knowledge of what nutrients they are supplying to their cattle on a daily basis.
Good biosecurity and hygiene practices can reduce the risk of contamination and illness from hatchlings.
Now is a good time to evaluate cow condition and develop winter feeding programs.
Topics include signs of labor in cows, stages of calving, identifying calving problems and new calf management.
Backgrounding cattle is a program in which cattle are fed for a period of time after weaning and before they are placed in finishing feedlots.
North Dakota producers are seeing an increase in lice infestations in their herds.
The webinar for ages 13 to 18 will provide practical information on the topics of calving and calf illnesses.
Vitamin A is an important vitamin for beef cow diets this winter.
NDSU Extension offers tips for reducing stress and illness during fall weaning and backgrounding.
Hunters participating in deer and fall bird season should be aware of the risk of HPAI in wildlife and use measures to prevent transmission to domestic poultry flocks.
Given the extent of the drought this year, all forages should be tested for nitrate content.
Being proactive is the best way to deal with heat stress in cattle.
Culling is one strategy to manage herds with limited feed resources.
All poultry owners no matter the size should practice good biosecurity to protect their flock from Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI).
NDSU’s Animal Sciences Department adds a livestock stewardship position.
Insect vector transmitted diseases can cause severe disease in wildlife and in some instances domestic livestock.
Causes include vitamin A deficiency and lice infestations.
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