Tue, Feb 24, 2026

As calving season approaches, preparation and close observation can help ranchers prevent complications and improve outcomes for both cows and calves.

Mon, Apr 28, 2025

Calving season is just around the corner or has already arrived for many. Preparing in advance, particularly for those facing inclement weather, will position producers to successfully address the needs of calves and avoid "calfcicles" in frigid

Tue, Sep 10, 2024

Originally from eastern Asia, the Asian longhorned tick, Haemaphysalis longicornis, has successfully established itself in Australia, New Zealand, several Pacific Region island nations, and now the United States. Detection of the tick in 2017 on a

Sat, Jun 1, 2024

In Oklahoma, ticks are detected on livestock throughout the year, and tick-borne disease is commonly diagnosed. With milder winters and high humidity, tick numbers appear to be increasing across the state, so let Oklahoma State University summarize

Fri, Mar 29, 2024

Coccidiosis is an intestinal disease that primarily affects younger cattle. Clinical disease most commonly occurs in calves around weaning due to an increase in stress and is rare in adult cattle. The disease may occur in confined cattle or cattle

Tue, Jan 30, 2024

Cattle producers should have a plan in case their cows need help with new babies in winter weather.

Thu, Mar 16, 2023

Wheat pastures grazed short this winter offer a large amount of digestible grass for calves but can cause severe bloat.

Mon, Feb 6, 2023

Many calves will be born in Oklahoma over the next few months, and OSU Extension specialists have some tips and checklists for a successful calving season.

Tue, Feb 8, 2022

Ready or not, calving season is just around the corner. Preparing in advance positions producers to successfully and immediately address the needs of the cow and the calf.

Tue, Jan 4, 2022

Spanish version of news release announcing latest Beef Cattle Manual that's now available.