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Cattle gain a higher amount of lean tissue early in the cattle feeding period and deposit more fat as they age, according to K-State beef cattle nutritionist Phillip Lancaster. (K-State Research and Extension)
Beef, beef, Central Region, Feeder, Kansas, Regional Roundup, research, Stocker

Extension feedlot specialist joins K-State

Kansas State University hires Rebecca McDermott as Extension feedlot specialist, focusing on cattle nutrition, management and research. Read More

Pivit, circle irrigation in an agriculture field along highway 138 near Orvid, Nebraska. (Adobe Stock-#604130167 │ Bob)
Central Region, Crops, Nebraska, Water

Twenty-five years of U.S. irrigation data shows shifting trends at the county-level

Ag News, Drought, economy, Editors, General, Kylene Scott, Livestock, Weather

Nebraska beef producers facing tough decisions, challenging year 

Overlooking University of Nebraska at twilight. (iStock-#2154288243 │ Sean Pavone)

Foundation marks 90 years of impact

Horse owners can take the RAiSE online course through OSU Extension to better understand their horse’s emotional states and well-being. (Photo by Mitchell Alcala, OSU Agriculture)

OSU online course is raising the bar on horses’ needs

The flow of water creates a splash and the blue waves underwater. (Adobe Stock │ #410296737- VRVIRUS)

Sanders named executive director at water institute

Money planning (Photo: iStock - Thapana Onphalai)

Be smart with extra livestock income in good times, prep for future 

Extra days on feed means heavier carcass weights and also plays a part in rising numbers of Choice and Prime carcasses. (Courtesy photo.)

Tyson plant closing will impact Nebraska ranchers

Eligible producers can tap into $12 billion aid program

Virtual fencing the new frontier for grazing management?  

Pivot irrigation system over a field in Caddo County near Hydro Oklahoma

Registration now open for the 2025 Water for Food Global Conference