Internal Parasite Infestations and "Deworming"
Unfortunately, with the gorgeous weather and warm temperatures comes an issue that all livestock producers face in their herds. …
Animal Agriculture
CFAP: USDA Releases Information for Direct Payments to Farmers; May 26 Sign Up
On May 19 the USDA Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS) issued its final rule on the direct payment portion of …
Black Vulture Issues in Livestock
In various parts of the country, including NC, Black Vultures have become an increasingly large problem for livestock producers. …
External Pests in Bovine
Spring and summer are prime times for the emergence of external pests. Our livestock are the victims of these …
Grass Tetany
Grass Tetany or Hypomagnesemic Tetany, is the lack of adequate magnesium in the blood of animals. This low concentration …
Minerals for Beef Cattle
Please, see below for a PowerPoint with information on the importance of minerals for beef cattle, and how to …
Commercial Poultry Grower Meetings
Please join us for the 2018 Commercial Poultry Grower Meetings. Register for the meeting you wish to attend. 3 hours of …
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Forage Needs and Grazing Management for Meat Goats in the Humid Southeast
This factsheet offers information on forage needs for meat goats, as well as typical grazing …
6/15/20 — Animal Science Facts
Fences for Horses
This publication provides an overview of the factors that should be considered before you install …
6/4/20
Reducing Drift and Odor with Wastewater Application
This publication addresses application techniques that affect drift and odor problems associated with wastewater application, …
5/20/20 — SoilFacts
Guidelines for the Commercial Application of Poultry Litter
A summary of North Carolina rules and regulations governing the purchasing, handling, application and reporting …
5/18/20 — SoilFacts
Asian Longhorned Tick
The Asian longhorned tick is an invasive tick spreading throughout the eastern US. A native …
5/15/20
Controlling Sore Mouth in Meat Goats
This publication offers information on the symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment of sore mouth, a contagious, …
5/13/20 — Animal Science Facts
Breeds and Production Traits of Meat Goats
This publication covers the characteristics and production traits (adaptability, reproductive rate, growth rate, carcass characteristics) …
5/13/20 — Animal Science Facts
Preparing Meat Goats for the Breeding Season
This publication offers information on how to prep does and bucks for the meat goat …
5/13/20 — Animal Science Facts