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This image shows three Asian Longhorned Ticks walking in a line along a green blade of grass. These ticks have oval-shaped bodies and multiple legs extending from their sides. The texture and coloration of their bodies are clearly visible, showing a shiny, slightly ridged exoskeleton. The photo credit on the left side reads “© jim occi Rutgers CVB.
A silent danger: The deadly threat of Theileria orientalis Ikeda to your herd
A recent case in Van Buren County, located in southeast Iowa, has brought new awareness to an emerging threat in the cattle industry. Sadly, 20...
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Paws-itively pet-friendly landscape tips
If you have pets, chances are they spend time with you outside.  If you have a yard for them to play in and explore, you’ve likely caught your...
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Livestock judging helps youth gain skills for a lifetime
“I’ve got 23 members going today,” was the text message I woke up to just the other day. It was from one of my volunteer livestock judging coaches...
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Crows come home to roost
When I sat down to write this blog, I didn’t have a clear topic in my mind. So, I did what I usually do when I want to think and looked out my office...
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Attendees at Night Owl Prowl
Owl Prowl draws the crowd to wrap up 2024
Fairbury, Ill. – Fugate Woods Nature Preserve in Livingston County served as the host site for numerous educational events throughout 2024 and concluded the season on November 2 with Night Owl Prowl. This was the seventh event of the year led by University of Illinois...
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Carroll County 4-H to Host Poultry Workshop on June 2
Milledgeville, Ill. – Carroll County 4-H is excited to announce its upcoming Poultry Workshop scheduled for June 2, from 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM at the Carroll County Fairgrounds in Milledgeville. All youth ages 8 and older are invited to attend. There is no cost for this workshop....
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Travis Burke

Travis Burke

Assistant Dean, Agriculture/Agri-Business Program Leader

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