Livestock Nutrition

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cattle graze in a field with taller plants on one half and grass on the other
September 17, 2025

Texas A&M AgriLife releases cover crop grazing guidance

New fact sheets help producers balance soil health, forage production and profitability in Southern Great Plains

Two combines harvest cotton.
September 5, 2025

McLennan County Harvest Celebration set for Sept. 25 in Crawford

Event recognizes volunteers, businesses that support agriculture

A herd of Holstein cows
July 14, 2025

Manure management issues conference Sept. 16-17 in Fort Worth

Brings together producers, technical advisers, researchers and agency professionals

a red cow looks into the camera
July 10, 2025

3 livestock skin concerns to watch for this summer

Sun, heat and moisture can harm animals’ skin, but early care helps to keep livestock healthy

A herd of cattle stand in native forages.
May 6, 2025

Rangeland conditions vary dramatically across the state

Texas Crop and Weather Report – May 6, 2025

Sun setting over farmland
April 11, 2025

Virtual South Texas Agriculture Symposium set for April 29

Workshop offers valuable knowledge for farmers, ranchers and agricultural enthusiasts

A herd of cows against a blue sky.
February 10, 2025

More to manure than meets the eye

Texas A&M Grazingland Animal Nutrition Lab empowers producers with actionable insights on forage, livestock performance

Texas A&M AgriLife in white against a maroon background
November 7, 2024

AgriTech Innovation Farm Hub for design approved

New facility to advance technology development, public-private collaboration and education

a cowboy sits atop a ranch horse in a cattle herd
November 4, 2024

Why forage is the cornerstone of a working ranch horse’s diet

Texas A&M AgriLife expert explains the importance of keeping forage as a main source of nutrition

September 11, 2024

Texas A&M AgriLife home to world’s top animal science researchers

Fuller Bazer and Guoyao Wu ranked No. 1 and No. 2 in the world for animal science research

Hereford cattle graze on hay in a field burned by the Smokehouse Creek Fire.
August 16, 2024

AgriLife Extension hosts agriculture tour Sept. 9-10 out of Hemphill County

Visits include stops in Texas, Oklahoma and Kansas

Wheat in a field.
August 7, 2024

Grain grading workshops set for Aug. 28 and Aug. 29 in Canyon

Participants learn importance of grading corn, other grains

July 1, 2024

Texas Sheep and Goat Expo set for Aug. 16-17 in San Angelo

‘Hardcore Carnivore’ Jess Pryles is guest speaker

A woman standing with an award plaque, a man and woman standing in either side
June 27, 2024

Miller first female recipient of R.C. Pollock Award

American Meat Science Association award presented for contributions and impact in meat science industry

Cattle in a field looking at the camera.
June 3, 2024

Central Texas Stocker Cattle Program set for June 26 in West

Event will feature presentations on cattle nutrition, food supply security

May 21, 2024

Time to check livestock’s trace mineral levels

Texas A&M Veterinary Medical Diagnostic Laboratory expert explains importance of assessing livestock minerals

A livestock guardian dog watches over a herd of sheep.
May 14, 2024

Central Texas Sheep and Goat Conference May 28 in McGregor

Event features market update, livestock guardian dog presentation

March 7, 2024

A ‘smart’ examination to improve livestock management efficiency

Texas A&M AgriLife Research-led project employs technology and artificial intelligence to ensure industry sustainability

March 5, 2024

Feeding cattle after the fire

AgriLife Extension helps Texas Panhandle ranchers identify nutritional needs of displaced livestock

February 6, 2024

AgriLife Extension to host Cover Crops in Blackland Farming program on Feb. 20 in Thrall

Cover crops, climate-smart incentive program will be featured