News Archive: Livestock
It’s haymaking season
By
Katie Pratt
Published on May. 13, 2014
Cutting hay now will ensure good quality and yield.
Eastern tent caterpillars now on the move in Central Kentucky
Published on May. 8, 2014
Leading experts advise horse farm managers to move pregnant mares, if practical, to avoid contact with eastern tent caterpillars, which are now mature and on the move.
UK Cooperative Extension celebrates 100 years
By
Katie Pratt
Published on May. 5, 2014
The Kentucky Cooperative Extension Service will celebrate its 100th anniversary throughout the year.
Cow College registration open
By
Aimee Nielson
Published on May. 2, 2014
Cow College is hands-on training for experienced cattlemen.
UK to host grazing field day in Monroe County
By
Katie Pratt
Published on Apr. 18, 2014
UK specialists will discuss managed grazing durign the May 10 field day.
Cattle producers need to watch out for grass tetany
By
Aimee Nielson
Published on Apr. 3, 2014
Grass tetany is the most common during the spring when animals graze young, cool-season grasses and small grains used for forage.
March 31-April 4 is BrAg Week at UK
By
Katie Pratt
Published on Mar. 27, 2014
It's time for the faculty, staff and students to share their love for and experiences in the college.
Winter took a toll on cattle health
By
Aimee Nielson
Published on Mar. 19, 2014
Prolonged and excessively cold, wet weather hit cattle hard.
Shearing School registration open
By
Aimee Nielson
Published on Mar. 12, 2014
School is open to beginners and experienced sheep shearers.
Winter weather not a serious threat to eastern tent caterpillar eggs
Published on Mar. 12, 2014
Eastern tent caterpillars are expected to emerge soon.