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Department UpdatesExtension News

Horn flies can damage cattle skin, need to be controlled

Writer: Dr. Joe Paschal, 361-265-9203, [email protected] The other day when I was turning out the cows to a rested pasture full of green grass and winter weeds, I noticed many of them had several horn flies and other cows had quite a few. I guess it is going to be an early season. The horn fly,… Read More →

May 3, 2018

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Weaning calves before auction reduces stress and could increase profits

Writer: Adam Russell, 903-834-6191, [email protected] Contact: Dr. Jason Banta, 903-834-6191, [email protected] OVERTON –  Spring-born calves will soon be arriving at auction markets, but producers should consider a weaning plan that will help keep calves healthier and happier, according to a Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service beef cattle specialist in Overton. Dr. Jason Banta said weaning calves is… Read More →

September 20, 2016

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Study examines health benefits of horseback riding

Writer: Blair Fannin, 979-845-2259, [email protected] Contact: Dr. Dennis Sigler, 979-862-3595, [email protected] COLLEGE STATION  – A study revealed many benefits for those engaging in horseback riding activities and for the first time, attempted to define the amount of energy expended in several common riding events. Dr. Dennis Sigler, a Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service horse specialist… Read More →

July 7, 2015

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The Five Freedoms of Cattle

Writer: Ron Gill, 979-845-5705, [email protected] Animal welfare is a topic of a lot of discussion across the livestock industries. One philosophy regarding welfare management and oversight centers on a concept of five freedoms livestock under our care should be granted. Now, one could argue about the term “freedoms” and what that might imply, but when… Read More →

May 22, 2015

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Meat market managers trained to educate consumers on beef products

By Courtney CoufalCommunications Coordinator COLLEGE STATION — Meat market managers in East Texas and Louisiana Kroger stores are prepared to serve as ambassadors for the beef products they sell after completing a new educational program offered by the Texas A&M AgriLife Extension specialists in the Department of Animal Science. Beef Boot Camp – Retail: Learning… Read More →

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