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Tick disease detected in Nebraska cattle

Tick disease detected in Nebraska cattle

    Producers are urged to watch their cattle herds, especially cattle imported from other states, after Theileria, a tick-borne parasite that affects cattle, was detected in several Nebraska counties. The Asian longhorned tick is the primary carrier responsible for spreading the parasite.

    A happy, go-lucky cowboy

    A happy, go-lucky cowboy

      From entertaining clown to rodeo Bible camp leader, the late Bob Woodward had a heart for others.

      Finding the right cow size for your herd

      Finding the right cow size for your herd

      • By Chevy-Lynn Vaske, K-State Extension

      K-State beef cattle experts explain economic drivers and how mature cow size may need to be different across segments in the industry 

      Determined cowboy works cattle through the worst of it

      Determined cowboy works cattle through the worst of it

        Sandhills cowboy Brad Wilson is nothing if not determined.

        Wildfire recovery resources available through USDA

        Wildfire recovery resources available through USDA

          Agricultural operations in Nebraska have been significantly impacted by wildfires over the past several months. The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has technical and financial assistance available to help farmers and livestock producers recover from these adverse weather events.

          Determined cowboy works cattle through the worst of it

          Nebraska Sandhills Cowboy Hall of Fame 2026 Inductees

            The 21st annual Nebraska Sandhills Cowboy Hall of Fame Banquet and Induction Ceremony will be June 6 at the 4-H building at the Cherry County Fairgrounds in Valentine, Nebraska. Social hour will begin at 4 p.m., a benefit auction will take place at 5 p.m., banquet at 6 p.m. and induction cer…

            National Grazing Lands tour to highlight South Dakota, Minnesota, Nebraska operations

            National Grazing Lands tour to highlight South Dakota, Minnesota, Nebraska operations

              The National Grazing Lands Coalition will feature four Midwest operations for its third annual bus tour this fall with the theme Grazing the Heartland.

              Sandhills cowboy committed to land, cattle, community

              Sandhills cowboy committed to land, cattle, community

                For more than seven decades, John Ravenscroft has devoted his life to ranching in the Nebraska Sandhills. His lifelong commitment is in responsible land management, ethical cattle practices and community service.

                Bison project reveals nature’s way to McCook native

                Bison project reveals nature’s way to McCook native

                • Kristen Sindelar

                While restoring this stripped ground into a native mecca for his herd of bison in southwestern Nebraska, Darrel Meister has come to this conclusion: “It’s always easier to work with nature than against her – more economical as well.”

                Always improving: Sandhills cowboy was an early AI adopter

                Always improving: Sandhills cowboy was an early AI adopter

                  Gary Powles has worked his entire life as a cattlemen, making great improvements on his ranch.

                  Spring and fall calving strategies differ

                  Spring and fall calving strategies differ

                  • Benjamin Herrold

                  When it comes to spring calving or fall calving, cattle producers have a variety of factors to consider.

                  Family support propels Iowa Shorthorn ranch success

                  Family support propels Iowa Shorthorn ranch success

                  • Tim Kenyon

                  OAKLAND, Iowa — The farm keeps the family strong, and the family strengthens the farm.

                  Registration open for 2026 Siouxland Feedlot Forum

                  Registration open for 2026 Siouxland Feedlot Forum

                    Registration is open for the Siouxland Feedlot Forum on June 16, in South Sioux City, Nebraska.

                    Schuler Red Angus receives Nebraska Leopold Conservation Award

                    Schuler Red Angus receives Nebraska Leopold Conservation Award

                      Located in Nebraska’s Panhandle, Schuler Red Angus is known for supplying other ranchers with high quality live cattle and genetics. Equally impressive are the conservation efforts that have taken place on this unique landscape, diverse in its topography and ecological communities.

                      Pillen promotes beef in London

                      Pillen promotes beef in London

                        While King Charles was having tea state side with President Donald Trip, Gov. Jim Pillen was heading to London to promote Nebraska beef.

                        ‘Rest and recovery’

                        ‘Rest and recovery’

                        • Janelle Atyeo

                        Burn area needs precipitation and time for grass regrowth. Nebraska experts give advice on cattle feeding and grass recovery.

                        Competitive spirit keeps cowboy involved in rodeo

                        Competitive spirit keeps cowboy involved in rodeo

                          Jim Johnston was a cowboy from age 6, when he competed in his first rodeo, a calf riding in Chambers, Nebraska. It turned into a lifelong passion in the rodeo and ranching industries.

                          Cattle on feed inventory lower than expected

                          Cattle on feed inventory lower than expected

                          • Benjamin Herrold

                          The latest USDA cattle on feed report showed lower inventory and placements.

                          Buckhouse cowboy known for strong work ethic

                          Buckhouse cowboy known for strong work ethic

                            "Sam Connell, 85, was born on a family ranch in the Nebraska Sandhills, and some would say, in a saddle."

                            Producers urged to implement strong identification processes to safeguard cow herd

                            Producers urged to implement strong identification processes to safeguard cow herd

                            • By Chevy-Lynn Vaske, K-State Extension

                            K-State veterinarian Aj Tarpoff explains cattle identification methods and why they are critical to herd management success

                            Overabundance of goat milk pours out soap business for Wausa woman

                            Overabundance of goat milk pours out soap business for Wausa woman

                            • Kristen Sindelar

                            Three growing boys can drink a lot of milk, but Melissa said she had to figure out what to do with all the extra. “We had an abundance of milk—the freezer was full,” she said.

                            Farm Rescue mobilizes emergency aid for Nebraska Farmers after record wildfires

                            Farm Rescue mobilizes emergency aid for Nebraska Farmers after record wildfires

                              Operation Hay Lift delivers critical hay support as families work to recover and keep operations moving 

                              Lifelong cowboy continues team roping career at 87

                              Lifelong cowboy continues team roping career at 87

                                Jim Alworth was destined to be a cowboy. Growing up and living in the Sandhills of Nebraska most of his life, he has been a rancher, rodeo cowboy, horse trainer, team roping producer and competitor, and pick up man. He lives the western way of life.

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                                  Lawsonia infection might be impacting more than you think

                                  April wildfire recovery informational meetings set for farmers, ranchers

                                  April wildfire recovery informational meetings set for farmers, ranchers

                                  • By Geitner Simmons, IANR Communications

                                  Nebraska Extension and two federal partner agencies will hold informational meetings on wildfire recovery April 8-10 in western Nebraska to help farmers and ranchers learn about available resources and address local needs. The program will include information on wildfire disaster relief prog…

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