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UW-Madison Extension Livestock Program creates webpage focused on Avian Influenza in Wisconsin
UW-Madison Extension offers essential resources, including updates on confirmed cases, biosecurity guidelines, and reporting instructions.
2025 Badger Lambing School was a Success
The 2025 Badger Lambing School, an educational program for sheep producers, wrapped up on March 1, 2025, leaving participants with valuable skills.
Secure Sheep and Wool Supply Plan Workshop Helps Protect Flocks from Disease
Sheep producers are invited to attend the Secure Sheep and Wool Supply Plan Workshop on May 9.
Ewe Got This: Lambing Basics Workshop
A one-day in-person workshop tailored for sheep producers seeking to enhance their expertise and understanding of the lambing process and the essential care required for ewes and lambs.
Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza Status Update for Wisconsin
Avian Influenza (HPAI) has been confirmed in poultry flocks in Wisconsin. It is critical for both small-scale and commercial poultry owners to continue good biosecurity practices and stay informed about the current situation.
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Latest Articles
Bird Breakdown: Exploring Yields and Cuts of Poultry
To better understand the amount of meat you may expect from different types of poultry, the first step is to recognize the difference in live weight compared to carcass weight.
Crossbreeding Can Benefit Cow-calf Producers
Crossbreeding is overlooked as a tool that has many benefits for beef producers to improve herd productivity. A well-planned crossbreeding program leads to improvements in both the calf crop and the lifetime of momma cows compared to straight bred cows.
Avian Influenza and Biosecurity in 2025
Avian influenza is caused by a virus. It is not uncommon for wild birds (esp. waterfowl and shorebirds) to carry this virus. As these birds migrate, influenza can spread long distances quickly.
3 Steps for Low-Stress Cattle Handling
Reducing stress during livestock handling can increase productivity, maintain or improve meat quality, reduce sickness, and enhance animal welfare. Implementing low-stress handling techniques when working with cattle is the first step to reducing stress.
