Animal Science

Events

Basic Animal Track Identification

January 20, 2026

4-H Beef Cattle Weigh-In & Tattooing

January 31, 2026

County

Woodford

Livingston County 4-H Beef Tattoo and Weigh-In

February 7, 2026

County

Livingston

Stewardship Week 2026

April 22, 2026 - April 24, 2026

County

Gallatin

Hamilton

Hardin

Pope

Saline

White

Blog Posts

When do cows feel the cold?

December 15, 2025

With winter weather and cold temperatures setting in, it is time to talk about when cows feel the cold. The big factors that determine the lower...

Is it time to bale graze?

November 24, 2025

Adding nutrients, organic matter, and ground cover to poorly productive lands have some raving about bale grazing. Added fertility and better water...

Re-investing profits on the ranch

November 17, 2025

Are you looking for avenues to re-invest in the ranch this year? First, know that not every year is as profitable as this year and sometimes...

Breeding season tips for fall calving herds

October 29, 2025

Fall calving herds are approaching breeding season. While general breeding practices are similar to spring calving herds, breeding fall calving cows...

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News Releases

October 31, 2025

4-H Teen Leaders Travel to University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
VIENNA, Ill. — Forty-six 4-H Teen Leaders representing five southern Illinois high schools traveled to the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign (UIUC) from Oct. 16–18 for an immersive, three-day college and career exploration experience hosted by University of Illinois...

August 1, 2025

University of Illinois Extension’s Magnificent Moths event inspires curiosity, conservation, and community connection
MAKANDA, Ill. − From colorful wings to late-night fluttering, moths took center stage during the recent Magnificent Moths event held at Giant City State Park. This year’s Magnificent Moths event...

DNR Resource Trunk kits with contents shown

August 7, 2025

IDNR Resource Trunks available throughout southernmost Illinois
ANNA, Ill. – Teachers, homeschool groups, youth leaders, and curious learners across southern Illinois now have access to a unique, hands-on way to explore the natural world thanks to the Illinois Department of Natural Resources. Through a special partnership,...

A brown panting dog on a couch faces a fan

July 19, 2025

Keep animals safe and healthy during excessive heat
URBANA, Ill. — Excessive heat will once again blast much of the United States next week, with heat indices predicted to reach 110 degrees Fahrenheit or more in many locations. University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign animal welfare expert...

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