Inadequate nutrition can cause cows to lose weight and body condition.
Animal Health
The report highlights research conducted at NDSU on behalf sheep producers.
Sheep producers have many considerations when thinking about expanding their flocks.
As a result of the current favorable conditions, this year’s fall tillers have grown to an unprecedented 9 to 12 inches tall and have produced considerable herbage.
Recent studies suggest that total average per capita meat consumption in China could grow from about 60 kilograms in 2010 to nearly 100 kg per person per year by 2030.
NDSU researchers study several beef cattle topics in 2014.
Large feed supplies, low feed costs and a smaller swine supply should equal good news for hog producers.
All mammals are susceptible to rabies.
Watch for unexplained deaths in livestock and wildlife.
NDSU Extension is celebrating its 100th anniversary with events on campus May 8 and at county offices this spring.
North Dakota confirms its first case of the porcine epidemic diarrhea virus.
Good biosecurity is the key to preventing the porcine epidemic diarrhea virus from spreading.
Once infected, sheep remain infected for life.
Provide cattle with adequate feed and protection from winter weather extremes.
Beef cattle nutrition, breeding and bedding were among the subjects NDSU researchers studied in 2013.
Producers should continue to use good sanitary practices to keep the porcine epidemic diarrhea virus from spreading to their pigs.
Composting is a simple way to dispose of dead livestock.
Researchers have conducted 11 experiments at the facility.
The 2013 growing season was unusual for pasture production and quality across North Dakota.
Culling nonpregnant cows prior to winter can help producers make better use of their feed resources.
Researchers recently established the link between boxelder seeds and a fatal condition in horses.
High levels of nitrates in corn silage can be toxic to animals and humans.
Mike Beltz of Hillsboro has been elected the chair of the board.
Have a plan to address heat stress in cattle.
NDSU researchers are comparing drylot and pasture cow-calf beef production systems.
The virus affects horses, mules and donkeys.
Snap beans can be an important part of a healthy diet for several reasons.
Cases of porcine epidemic diarrhea have been found in states adjacent to North Dakota.
This spring’s rainy weather can lead to anthrax development.
Good growth of forage this spring could lead to grass tetany in cattle.
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