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Biosecurity and Premises Mapping Workshops for Sheep and Livestock Producers in Gays Mills on October 13
UW-Madison Division of Extension is hosting a free Cow-Calf Workshop on August 24, 2026, in Arcadia, WI at Solhjem Farms; registration requested by August 19.
Beef Cow-Calf Field Day in Arcadia on August 24
UW-Madison Division of Extension is hosting a free Cow-Calf Workshop on August 24, 2026, in Arcadia, WI at Solhjem Farms; registration requested by August 19.
Cow-Calf Workshop to be held in Westboro on September 23
Free Cow-Calf Workshop in Westboro, WI on Sept. 23, 2026, 4–8:30pm. Facility tour, supper, and sessions on biosecurity, pasture management, and culling. RSVP by Sept. 14: (715) 748-1413.
Parasite Patrol Tour Will Stop in Outagamie County to Help Sheep and Goat Producers
Join the Parasite Patrol Tour on August 4 to learn data-driven management and fight dewormer resistance in sheep and goats.
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Latest Livestock Articles
Effects of Rolling Corn Grain on Growth and Carcass Characteristics of Beef x Dairy Steers and Heifers
Rolling corn for beef × dairy cattle improved starch digestibility and feed efficiency without affecting growth performance or carcass quality.
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.