Grass Tetany in Cattle
With spring weather comes new grass growth and along with it the potential for grass tetany for cattle. Also …
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Tips for Caring for Livestock in Extreme Heat
This week will bring the hottest temperatures of the summer so far to our area. It is very important …
What to Consider When You Store Hay
Producing hay is an expensive and labor-intensive process. And as inputs like diesel and fertilizer go up, the cost …
Buttercup Control in Pastures
Last year many people were dismayed to find a sea of yellow flowers in their pasture when spring rolled …
Winter Mud and Horse Health
Winter brings lots of rain and snow to North Carolina. While the snow can be beautiful what it leaves …
Careers in the Livestock Industry
Did you know there are many career opportunities available to work with Livestock? I always loved animals growing up, …
Selecting the Right Bull for Your Herd
Selecting the right bull for your herd is an incredibly important decision. In fact, sires will account for about …
Fall Army Worm
This year there have been several reports of fall army worms damaging pastures. As the name suggests, these pests …
B Q A
The BQA program, which stands for Beef Quality Assurance, is a voluntary national program designed to increase consumer confidence …
Grain-Fed vs Grass-Fed Beef- What’s the Difference?
When choosing meat for your summer cookout, the various labels on the packaging can seem a little overwhelming. One …
Managing Summer Annual Pastures
Summer annual forages, like sorghum, sudan-grass, and millets are becoming an increasingly common method of providing additional forage during …
Tri-County Livestock Newsletter: Summer Edition
There’s always lots happening on the farm during the summer. To help you out this summer, check out the …