"Meat measles" is the common name for cysticercosis, a condition in which tapeworm larvae embed themselves in the muscles or organs of livestock. Here's how livestock producers can keep meat measles at bay.
There are many causes of fetal loss in sheep and goats — infectious diseases, genetics, stress, weather anomalies and nutritional mishaps. Here's a look at the most common causes and how to prevent them.
Renovating and reseeding a pasture requires time, money and a little luck. There are many ways to go about it, but if you begin the planning process in the spring, you’ll thank yourself in the fall.
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.
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.