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Late winter can be a perilous time for livestock

Late winter and early spring can be a perilous time for livestock. It's a time when even a full stomach won't stave off starvation. That's why livestock managers must pay close attention to the health of their animals.

Susan Kerr | Dec 2009 | Article Peer reviewed (Gray level)

Understanding sheep reproduction helps ranch productivity

Understanding reproduction in sheep promotes highly productive flocks and the wise use of resources. An important point to understand is that the number of lambs produced depends on the seasonal timing of breeding.

Shelby Filley | Nov 2009 | Article

Sampling Agricultural Odors

Agricultural odors are a combination of many different gases in extremely low concentrations. The slightest difference in composition can alter the way a person perceives the odor. To distinguish among different ...

Ron E. Sheffield, Pius Ndegwa | Jan 2008 | Extension Catalog publication Peer reviewed (Orange level)

Sheep Production Guide

Outlines management practices to help sheep producers achieve greater productivity. Includes a sheep management calendar. Discusses flock management, lamb management and nutrition, how to calculate adjusted weaning weight, ...

James Thompson | Nov 2006 | Extension Catalog publication Peer reviewed (Orange level)

Dairy Sheep

The sale of sheep milk or milk products is often more profitable than selling only lamb or wool. This publication explores the dairy sheep business and helps producers decide whether it is a viable option for their farms. Regulations governing the industry are discussed. The publication also addresses production issues, animal health, stock selection, and nutrition issues surrounding dairy sheep. References and resources follow the narrative.

Margo Hale, Linda Coffey | Apr 2006 | Online resource

Blue-Green Algae Poisoning

“Scums” of blue-green algae may occur in stagnant ponds or dugouts following hot, dry, calm days. Animals may die suddenly (within minutes) after drinking water heavily contaminated with this scum. Blue-green algae (also called Cyanobacteria) occur naturally in many ponds. There are a number of different species: some are harmless; some form toxins that affect the nervous system; others produce toxins that affect mainly the liver. This publication from South Dakota State University covers diagnosis, prevention, and control.

Bill Epperson | Jan 2006 | Online resource

Rotational Grazing

Rotational grazing is periodically moving livestock to fresh paddocks, to allow pastures to regrow. Rotational grazing requires skillful decisions and close monitoring of their consequences. Modern electric fencing and innovative water-delivery devices are important tools. Feed costs decline and animal health improves when animals harvest their own feed in a well-managed rotational grazing system.

Alice Beetz | Nov 2004 | Online resource

Dairy Goats: Sustainable Production

This publication is intended for those interested in starting a commercial goat dairy. It discusses the five major considerations to be addressed in planning for dairy goat production: labor, sales and marketing, processing, regulations, and budgeting and economics. It includes production information specific to dairy goats, including choosing breeds and selecting stock. A resource list for further information about dairy goat production follows the end notes. Check your state's department of agriculture food safety regulations for more information.

Linda Coffey, Margo Hale, Paul Williams | Apr 2004 | Online resource

Estimated value of cranberries as a livestock feed

Value analysis of cranberries as a livestock feed in the U.S.

Amy Peters, Michael Gamroth, Art Poole | Aug 2001 | Article

Integrated Parasite Management for Livestock

Internal parasites can be a major problem for producers. With parasites developing resistance to all dewormers and more farmers producing livestock by 'natural' methods, there is interest in looking for alternative ways to managing parasite problems. This ATTRA (1999) publication covers aspects of the whole system affecting internal parasites, including nutrition, pasture management, soil organisms, and strategic deworming.

Ann Wells | Apr 1999 | Online resource