Livestock

Mon, Dec 09, 2024

Common eye problems in cattle include irritation from plant awns, pinkeye, and cancer eye. This article outlines the predisposing factors and clinical signs associated with these conditions to aid in early detection within your herd.

Mon, Nov 18, 2024

OSU alumna and celebrated rancher reflects on her time as a female collegiate livestock judging competitor in the 1950s and building her 70-year-old ranch.

Tue, Nov 12, 2024

The leadership development opportunity is open to OSU Extension county educators, district/area specialists and Community Nutrition Education Program coordinators.

Mon, Oct 28, 2024

Many areas of Oklahoma are currently in drought, affecting cattle and crop operations.

Tue, Oct 22, 2024

Calving is a major event in a farm’s calendar. Dystocia (a difficult birth) and neonatal infection are the leading causes of calf loss, and preparation and adequate care before, during, and after birth are key to the success of any calving season

Tue, Sep 10, 2024

Originally from eastern Asia, the Asian longhorned tick, Haemaphysalis longicornis, has successfully established itself in Australia, New Zealand, several Pacific Region island nations, and now the United States. Detection of the tick in 2017 on a sheep in New Jersey was thought to be the first recognition of the tick in the United States, however, upon further analysis the tick was found in samples from as early as 2010.

Thu, Aug 22, 2024

Enrollment for the OQBN value-added program is open to cattle producers across the state.