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“Parasite Patrol Plus” Workshop Coming to Jefferson County, Iowa Extension Office
Hands-on training and FAMACHA certification for sheep and goat producers.
Spring 2026 Cattle Feeder Enterprise Projections now available
Spring 2026 cattle feeder projections outline expected costs, sale prices, and margins using regional averages; producers should apply their own data for accurate decisions.
Livestock Producers Encouraged to be on the Lookout for Asian Longhorned Ticks
A tick species new to the U.S. is spreading fast — and Wisconsin livestock producers need to know about it. The Asian longhorned tick has already been found in Michigan, Illinois, and Iowa. One female can lay up to 3,000 eggs, and thousands of ticks can feed on a single animal at once. Learn what to look for and how to protect your herd.
UW–Madison Division of Extension to Host “Parasite Patrol Plus FAMACHA” Training for Sheep and Goat Producers on May 1, Gays Mills
This workshop and its two hands-on sessions focus on managing the health and production risks posed by intestinal parasites (helminths) to flocks and herds.
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Latest Livestock Articles
Holding the Line with Daily and Enhanced Biosecurity
Biosecurity plans and premises maps help farms prevent, contain, and manage disease threats, support movement permits during outbreaks, and strengthen daily and emergency preparedness.
How to boost second-calf success in young beef cows
Est. read time: 4 minutes How to boost second-calf success in young beef cows Introduction How to manage for long-term productivity Nutritional management for young cows Take a look at breeding decisions Summary Return to Top Introduction Reproduction is key to profitability in beef cow-calf operations. When cows fail to conceive and calve on a […]
Feeding Through 2024 Forages
Dr. Garland Dahlke, research scientist with Iowa State University Extension and Outreach, discussed how wet growing and harvest conditions can significantly reduce forage quality and alter feeding strategies for sheep and goat producers.
Seasonal Lice Activity in Cattle: When and How to Treat
Cattle and lice can co-exist when lice don’t get the upper hand. Closely observe your cattle during the winter and quickly (and effectively) treat to reduce production losses for your cattle.