Chickens lay eggs of different colors primarily due to their genetics. (Laura McKenzie/Texas A&M AgriLife)

Broiler production expected to increase

Cattle and other livestock can suffer from sun exposure, bacterial infections and increased activity of parasite-carrying insects during the summer. The Texas A&M Veterinary Medical Diagnostic Laboratory offers guidance on what to look for and how to treat. (Hannah Harrison/Texas A&M AgriLife)

3 livestock skin concerns to watch for this summer

Windrow damage is part of this week’s Pasture and Forage newsletter from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln. (Photo by Shutterstock and courtesy of the University of Nebraska-Lincoln.)

Managing windrow disease in alfalfa 

Forage Field Day in western Iowa to focus on summer annuals

Heavy rains in causing flooding in the Midwest causing problems for grain and cattle farmers. These cattle have moved up to dry ground as water levels quickly rise. (iStock │ #1147191171 - JJ Gouin)

Include farm animals in disaster preparedness plan

  • By Lauren Bryan │ University of Illinois Extension
The Oklahoma State University Ranch Tour gives participants a first-hand look at some of the top cattle operations across the state. (Photo courtesy of OSU Agriculture.)

High Plains cattle sales report

Cow legs hooves close-up. Big adult heifer standing on the farm ground. (iStock │ #1413038413 - Tungalag Balzhirova)

Make sure foot rot doesn’t affect your bottom line

Colorado Livestock Association

CLA annual meeting unites livestock industry