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Supplementing cows on drought-stressed pastures
Supplementing cows during drought is common practice. Harvested forages, such as hay, can be used to replace available forage for grazing. However,...
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Orr Beef Research Center Field Day
The annual Orr Beef Research Center Field Day will take place at 5:00 PM on Wednesday, September 10, 2025. The meeting will be held at the new Ag...
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Summer sights and sounds: Frogs and toads
I’ve said it before, and I’ll say it again: summer is my favorite season, and the past few weekends have included seeing and hearing various frogs...
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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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,...
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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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Marion County 4-H Shows Set for July
The Marion County 4-H program is proud to announce its upcoming schedule of shows and exhibitions, showcasing the hard work and dedication of local youth. These events offer the community a chance to support young exhibitors and celebrate the values of responsibility, animal care, career and...
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Travis Burke

Travis Burke

Assistant Dean, Agriculture/Agri-Business Program Leader

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