The good news: the fat in nuts is mainly monounsaturated and polyunsaturated, which are heart-healthy.

NDSU Extension has guidance for reducing the risk of HPAI transmission on a property.

However, producers are worried about whether average yields in 2013 will materialize. Unlike last spring, soil moisture is depleted.

Bad weather and poor cow nutrition are the leading causes of weak calf syndrome.

["Low available mineral nitrogen at less than 100 pounds per acre is responsible for greater than half of the reduction in herbage production.", ""]

The drought is increasing the risk of baler fires this year.

Good management means giving cows adequate nutrition, health care and protection from bad weather.

Producers need to review their anticipated calving dates, cow body condition scores and cows' diet.

["NDSU offers tips on meeting the nutritional requirements of beef cattle from calving to breeding.", ""]