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Mineral Supplementation: Options for comingled livestock species

Minerals are critically important for the health and well-being of livestock. Cattle, sheep, and goats are frequently pastured together, but sheep are vulnerable to copper toxicity which cattle and goats need. Learn methods for managing this.

Shelby Filley | Sep 2021 | Article Peer reviewed (Gray level)

Ritual Slaughter (Kosher and Halal)

Ritual (religious) slaughter is slaughter done according to the religious requirements of either the Jewish or Muslim religious faith. The animal is slaughtered, without being stunned, with a razor sharp knife. When the cut is done correctly, the animal appears not to feel it. For both humane and safety reasons, plants which conduct ritual (religious) slaughter should install modern upright restraining equipment. There are many different types of humane restraint devices available. Some of these are highlighted on this website.

Temple Grandin | Sep 2021 | Online resource

Sheep Production Guide

Outlines management practices to help sheep producers achieve greater productivity. Includes a sheep management calendar. Discusses flock management, lamb management and nutrition, how to calculate adjusted weaning weight, how to address ...

Sep 2021 | OSU Extension Catalog Peer reviewed (Orange level)

Tips for livestock care in high temperatures

When experiencing a heat wave, these five tips can make a difference in caring for your livestock.

Jenifer Cruickshank | Jun 2021 | Article

Livestock and feed resources planning during drought

With moderate to extreme drought coupled with forage yield significantly lower than normal, the availability of pasture and hay for sale is substantially less. Making plans to purchase feed may also lead to looking for alternative feeds or try these five other options.

Shelby Filley | Jun 2021 | Article

Using Whole Sugar Beets in Rations for Ruminant Livestock

Producers faced with an oversupply of sugar beets may consider using them as livestock feed. This practice could save livestock producers money while helping to meet the nutritional needs of their animals. Learn how much to include in livestock diets and how to process sugar beets for feed.

Ian McGregor | Jun 2021 | OSU Extension Catalog Peer reviewed (Orange level)

Despite pandemic, county fairs and livestock shows go on for 4-H exhibitors

Oregon 4-H faculty, staff and volunteers worked throughout the spring and summer to highlight the hard work of 4-H youth exhibitors and provide a quality educational fair experience in a healthy, safe environment.

Shana Withee, Jan Williams, Elli Korthuis, Traci Reed, Dani Annala, Wendy Hein, Erin Hansell-Heideman, Jon Gandy, Amy Derby, Susan Busler, Marilee Anderson | May 2021 | Impact story

Plants that produce dermatitis, photosensitivity and liver damage

This very informative PowerPoint presentation has descriptions and photographs of weeds, toxic properties, and livestock.

Bryan L. Stegelmeier | May 2021 | Online resource Peer reviewed (Gray level)

Livestock producers embrace progressive tactics for dealing with wolves

Extension’s efforts have allowed members and organizations from the cattle industry to work with other organizations they traditionally avoided.

Ian McGregor | Apr 2021 | Impact story

Birdsfoot Trefoil in Irrigated Pastures: Northern Great Basin Pasture Systems Can Benefit From Legume Interseeding

Nitrogen-deficient pastures in the West can benefit from the addition of alternative legumes to complement existing grasses. Birdsfoot trefoil is a highly palatable legume that doesn't cause bloat. Its condensed tannin content may even help combat parasites and increase milk production.

Fara Brummer, Serkan Ates, David Hannaway | Apr 2021 | OSU Extension Catalog Peer reviewed (Orange level)