Ergot has been found in several parts of North Dakota.

Taking precautions now should help reduce performance loss and improve cattle health.

Producers should have drought-stressed crops tested for nitrate before using them as forage for livestock.

The best way to control Palmer amaranth is to prevent it from spreading.

All mammals are susceptible to rabies.

Modern, high-performance cattle do not produce at their genetic potentials when their nutrient requirements are not met.

Blister beetles are attracted to blooming alfalfa and weeds.

Watch for unexplained deaths in livestock and wildlife.

Failing to meet cows’ nutrient requirements before and after calving can have major impacts on reproductive performance.