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Livestock Guardian Dogs

The Langston University's Goat Program website has information on livestock guardian dogs, including introductory materials and specifics of raising and training them.

American Institute for Goat Research | Aug 2019 | Online resource

Protecting Livestock from Predators

Predators including coyotes, wolves, foxes, mountain lions, grizzlies, and eagles play vital roles in our ecosystems, and their presence among people creates opportunities and challenges. Predators may provide recreational benefits via observation and photography, and yet they may pose challenges for ranching operations.

Aug 2019 | Online resource

Mineral Requirements of Sheep and Goats

This document lists the mineral requirements of sheep. Two subgroups of minerals, macro and micro, are listed. Maximum tolerable amounts of the microminerals are included. Use these requirements along with the Mineral Assessment worksheets to balance rations.

Shelby Filley | Aug 2019 | Article

Report on Genetically Engineered Crops

Distinction Between Genetic Engineering and Conventional Plant Breeding Becoming Less Clear, Says New Report on GE Crops.

Aug 2019 | Online resource

Sheep and Goats Collection

Here is a collection of our favorite resources for sheep and goat production information, including production and management, reproduction, nutrition, lambing, and more.

Aug 2019 | Collection

General Livestock Collection

General livestock information for producers

Aug 2019 | Collection

Services - Hay and Pasture

A list of resources for producers wanting to learn more about hay and pastures.

Aug 2019 | Collection

Services - Government Agencies

A collection of items regarding government agencies for livestock producers

Aug 2019 | Collection

Services - Livestock Auction, Scales, and Marketing

A collection of items concerning livestock auctions, scales, and marketing.

Aug 2019 | Collection

How to navigate poor marketing conditions for lambs

Selling lambs during a down market can be a challenge. If you decide to hold your lambs until the market improves, here are some strategies for feeding and maintaining their health.

Shelby Filley | Aug 2019 | Article Peer reviewed (Gray level)