Proper curing and testing of hay containing sweet clover, as well as proper feeding management, can overcome potential issues.

Sweetclover is a biennial legume that lives for two years.

Vaccines can reduce the risk of buildup and spread of environmental pathogens to calves.

Cool temperatures and other fall stressors can lead to the development of prussic acid or accumulation of nitrates in sorghum forages.

The use of heat lamps for newborn livestock increases the risk of fire, but proper safety precautions can reduce the risk.

NDSU's Extension veterinarian urges people to protect themselves and their animals against rabies.

Testing bulls for breeding soundness now could reduce the number of open cows later.

Producers need to understand the potential risks of nitrate toxicity.

Some forages may contain levels of nitrate that are toxic to livestock.