Livestock
Using everything but the “moo”
Scientists can produce a myoblast precursor to a muscle cell and make something that…
Aug 20, 2021 · By Heather Smith Thomas, WLJ correspondent
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Guard dogs play crucial role for sheep ranchers
Many sheep producers, especially in Western states where flocks roam large areas, use “guardian”…
Apr 2, 2021 · By Heather Smith Thomas, WLJ correspondent
News
Dealing with diphtheria in calves
Upper respiratory problems in cattle include diphtheria—infection/inflammation of the vocal folds in the larynx…
Mar 26, 2021 · By Heather Smith Thomas, WLJ correspondent
Beef
Advances in AI help commercial breeders improve genetics
[inline_image file=”d28be53b24ae53e9959ae0ff1b2389ee.jpg” caption=”Cattle gather around a Select Sires AI trailer. Photo courtesy of Select…
Mar 12, 2021 · By Heather Smith Thomas, WLJ correspondent
Environment
Gaining control over juniper encroachment in the West
There are several kinds of juniper in the arid West, crowding out other native…
Feb 19, 2021 · By Heather Smith Thomas, WLJ correspondent
Livestock
Wolves have severe impacts on Western sheep producers
Sheep producers face many challenges today—low market prices, shortage of labor, and predators. Flocks…
Feb 5, 2021 · By Heather Smith Thomas, WLJ correspondent