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Shelby Filley
Regional Livestock & Forage

Improving Calf Performance by Extending the Grazing Season with Warm Season Grasses and Brassica Forages

Publication

Spring planted warm-season grasses and brassica forages increased nutritional content of the diet available to grazing cow-calf pair, but pastures were slow to establish and weaning weights were not improved.

By Shelby Filley

Animal Biotechnology

Online Resource

Welcome to the website for the Animal Genomics and Biotechnology Program at UC Davis!

The mission of the Animal Genomics and Biotechnology Program is to provide research and education on the use of animal genomics and biotechnology in livestock production systems. The research focus of Dr. Alison Van Eenennaam's laboratory is the use of DNA-based biotechnologies in beef cattle production and agricultural systems. We invite you to explore the teaching, research, and outreach programs and associated resources on our website.

Agricultural Marketing Information Links

Online Resource

Market Information on Commodity Futures & Options, Cash Prices & Agricultural Outlook, Weather, Statistics, and Educational Information.

Western Regional Extension

Online Resource

Publications and newsletters on economics from Extension specials around the west.

Managing Pastures for Longevity (with Grazing?)

Online Resource

Video presentation on managing pastures and pasture grazing for longevity.

By Gene Pirelli

Top 11 ways to cope with high feed costs

Article

11 – Cull unproductive animals
10 – Feed a Balanced Ration
9 – Limit feed (rather than self feed)
8 – Feed Whole grain instead of processed
7 – Compare feeds on the cost/pound of nutrient needed, not...

PNW Insect Management Handbook - Livestock section

Online Resource

The Livestock Section of the PNW Insect Management Handbook has information on controlling flies and other pests of Beef Cattle, Dairy Cattle, Horses, Poultry, Sheep and Goats, and Swine.

By Sergio Arispe

Ranch Manaagement

WIRE - Western Integrated Resource Education

Online Resource

WIRE (Western Integrated Resource) teaches a concept of management which provides practical tools for integrating management of the physical, biological, financial and human resources of agricultural operations.

Evaluation of flock production

Article

Discusses the uses and benefits of flock evaluation calculations.

Culling Ewes

Article

Culling is the practice of selling off animals that you no longer want to or no longer can keep. This article discusses reasons to cull, as well as strategic marketing of cull ewes.

By Shelby Filley

Upcoming Events

OSU Small Farms Event

Living on the Land, Scio OR: Weed Management

Thu, Oct 4, 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Learn about management strategies for common weeds on your land.

Drawing of a farmscape

OSU Small Farms Event

Living on the Land, Dallas OR: Pasture and Manure Management

Thu, Oct 4, 6:00 pm - 8:30 pm

Living on the Land is a workshop series tailored for small acreage landowners and those new to managing land. There are 5 classes in the series.

Southern Oregon Research and Extension Center Event

Introduction to Pasture Management

Thu, Oct 11, 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm

Through understanding the biology of pasture plants and grazing behavior of livestock, you can improve the productivity of your pasture and reduce weed problems. In this introductory course, you will...

OSU Small Farms Event

Living on the Land, Scio OR: Soil Health & Water Resources

Thu, Oct 11, 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Learn the basics of planning for natural resource management, including soil health and water resources.

OSU Small Farms Event

Living on the Land, Scio OR: Pasture & Grazing Management

Thu, Oct 18, 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Make the most of your pasture by learning how grass plants grow, rotational grazing, nutrient and winter-time management.

OSU Small Farms Event

Dairy Goat Day

Sat, Nov 3, 8:00 am - 4:30 pm

Sponsored by Emerald Dairy Goat Association & OSU Extension Service Small Farms Program

Classes, displays, and hands-on learning in a friendly, low-key setting will strengthen your goat confidence and know-how. If you are an experienced “goat person” or you hope, to be, this event is for you!

Southern Oregon Research and Extension Center Event

The Science of Overgrazing and How to Avoid It

Thu, Nov 8, 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm

Pastures can take a beating, but only to a point. In this course you'll learn the ecological theory of pasture plant communities and the detrimental nature of overgrazing (this is some of the most...

Southern Oregon Research and Extension Center Event

The Goat Works! Using Goats (and Other Livestock) to Manage Noxious Weeds and Reduce Fire Risk and Intensity

Thu, Dec 13, 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Goats can be an excellent tool for managing weeds, but there are lots of considerations too! Come learn how goats can be used, how certain weeds respond, and whether you should buy or rent goats.

Fields in foreground, barn in front of mountain

OSU Small Farms Event

Growing Farms: Successful Whole Farm Management

Tue, Jan 22, 2019 6:00 pm - Tue, Mar 5, 2019 8:30 pm

Growing Farms: Successful Whole Farm Management provides farmers with the tools and knowledge needed to develop and manage a successful farm business. This course is intended for people who are considering starting a farm business, those within their first five years of farming and others who may be considering major changes to their farm business.

Linn County 4-H Event

Oregon Ag Fest 2019

Sat, Apr 27, 2019 8:30 am - Sun, Apr 28, 2019 5:00 pm

Regional Hands-On Event for 4-H Youth