Mud and melting snow creates a wet environment that can cause calf health problems.

Some newborn calves may need help surviving this spring’s cold conditions.

Some people are more at risk of a vitamin D deficiency than others.

Leasing livestock may be the new reality in the cattle production industry.

Horses need good-quality hay and sufficient water during the winter.

Remember that prices for each market class of cattle have different seasonal patterns, so at times 2013 prices for some market classes (feeder calves in particular) likely will be below last year.

Price projections are given for the major crop commodities and livestock and livestock products.

Provide calves with sufficient nutrients and a dry environment in the winter.

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Limit cows’ exposure to cold temperatures and use proper milking practices.

The number of West Nile virus cases involving horses is increasing.

An animal scientist becomes the director of the Central Grasslands Research Extension Center.

Producers can help limit the spread of a new virus.

Nitrate levels are a concern when haying or ensiling corn.

Watch out for green or blue-green scum in livestock water supplies, lakes and other recreational waterways.

Have a plan to address heat stress in cattle.

Game theory is used as a tool for economic analysis.

North Dakota Angus producers are taking part in NDSU feedlot research.

Reducing parasite infestations in pastures is critical to a good management program.

Maintain tire feeders regularly to keep cattle from swallowing wire.

Shearing sheep prior to lambing improves flock productivity.

Winter forage may not provide cattle with enough nutrients.

NDSU’s beef cattle specialist offers ways for producers to reduce hay loss and feed waste.

Backgrounding calves is a viable option in these volatile times in the cattle industry.

Adequate feed and protection allow cattle to adapt to Great Plains winters.

Cattle and sheep are more susceptible to prussic acid poisoning than swine.

NDSU’s beef cattle specialist offers strategies for getting the most value out of a calf crop.

Culling nonpregnant cows before winter feeding can result in significant savings.

Extreme weather conditions nationwide could lead to livestock health problems not normally seen in North Dakota.

The 12-person group from the 135th Agribusiness Development Team (ADT) is on the NDSU campus to learn more about agriculture before being sent to the Zabul province of Afghanistan.