News Archive: Livestock
Spring calves bring rush of management duties for producers

By
Aimee Nielson
Published on Mar. 18, 2021
UK beef specialist gives spring calving reminders and opportunities for reproductive management.
UK students working to develop safety standard for equestrian helmets
By
Katie Pratt
Published on Mar. 8, 2021
The project will hopefully serve as a start for a crushing-safety standard for equestrian helmets.
Green grass can fool cattle producers

By
Aimee Nielson
Published on Mar. 3, 2021
Most cows are transitioning from late gestation to lactation right now, and their nutrient requirements are high.
Farmers facing snow and ice storms’ impact on cattle

By
Aimee Nielson
Published on Feb. 23, 2021
Melting snow and ice will leave a muddy mess.
Backyard poultry webinar series begins Feb. 11

By
Aimee Nielson
Published on Feb. 5, 2021
The upcoming webinar series is aimed and new and experienced small flock owners.
UK Ag Equine Programs launches photography contest
By
Sydney Carter
Published on Feb. 1, 2021
UK Ag Equine Programs will accept digital photography submissions through Feb. 28.
Wood named leader of UK Agriculture and Natural Resources Extension
By
Katie Pratt
Published on Jan. 29, 2021
Craig Wood will assume the position Feb. 1.
Matthews named assistant dean for research
Published on Jan. 26, 2021
Mid-South Stocker Conference goes virtual to reach cattle producers

By
Aimee Nielson
Published on Jan. 19, 2021
The 2021 conference will challenge cattle producers to look at the big picture.
Virtual Shop Talks for Farmers focuses on stewarding resources in hard times
By
Carol Lea Spence
Published on Jan. 14, 2021
Virtual Shop Talks for Farmers is an opportunity for farmers across the Midwest and Mid-South to have meaningful conversations with other farmers and experts about practical ideas and programs that can help them weather hard times and succeed with stewardship practices on their farms.