Calves are a vital part of the beef cattle operation.

Test forages for nitrates prior to grazing or haying.

High levels of nitrates in corn silage can be toxic to animals and humans.

This spring’s rainy weather can lead to anthrax development.

People need to start watching for blue-green algae on pond and lakes now.

Inadequate nutrition can cause cows to lose weight and body condition.

Calves are getting a parasitic infection that they can pass on to humans.

NDSU Extension offers options for curbing lice outbreaks.

Producers have several options for controlling flies.

Pinkeye can result in increased labor, the need to purchase antibiotics, decreased weaning weights and lower prices paid for animals with scarred eyes.