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Breeds of Livestock
The Department of Animal Science at OSU provides one of the premiere sites globally that offers information on breeds of livestock throughout the world. Visit the Breeds of Livestock website for additional information.
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Working with Livestock During Pregnancy

By Riley Messman and Josie Hayes learn about evidence-based guidance to help pregnant individuals working with livestock reduce health risks, including zoonotic diseases, physical strain, and exposure to hazardous medications, while continuing to work safely in agricultural settings.

Beef CattleCow-CalfLivestock
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Creating a Crisis Plan for your Organization

Crises can impact any organization, but a well-prepared crisis communication plan can reduce financial and reputational harm. Crises typically move through five stages: detection, prevention and preparation, containment, recovery and learning.

4H Youth DevelopmentAging & CaregivingCropsHome Care & SafetyHome SafetyHousingInsects, Pests, and DiseasesLivestockWildlife
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A Tool to Help Consumers Evaluate the Economics of Purchasing a Goat or Sheep

By Courtney Bir. Learn more about what to expect when purchasing a goat or sheep under custom exempt slaughter.

GoatsLivestockSheep
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Price Determinants for Race-Bred American Quarter Horse Yearlings Sold at Public Auction

By Steven Cooper, this study identifies key factors driving price premiums in Quarter Horse yearling auctions using 2019–2021 Heritage Place sales data.

HorsesLivestock
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What Consumers Need to Know about the Use of Antibiotics in Food Animal Production

Questions and answers from multiple sources regarding commonly asked questions about the use of antibiotics in animal agriculture.

Food ProductsFood Safety, Quality Management & SanitationLivestockLivestock Management
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Reproductive Management of the Mare

By Elisabeth J. Giedt and Kris Hiney. Learn more on how to understand the physiology, estrous period and recordkeeping practices for proper management of a mare’s reproductive cycle.

HorsesLivestockLivestock Genetics & Reproduction
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Federal Programs for Beef Cattle Producer Wildfire Recovery

By Amy Hagerman. Learn more about the federal programs available for beef cattle producers after a wildfire is out and initial injuries are treated. Producers can begin the process of recovery with the financial help of disaster programs.

Beef CattleLivestockWeather & Disaster PreparednessWildfires
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Nutritional Concerns for Exercising Horses

By Kris Hiney. This fact sheet discusses the classes of exercising horses based on workload, how different fuels are utilized for exercise, and which feedstuffs supply those nutrients. Additional information on energy, protein and vitamin and mineral requirements of the exercising horse are discussed. Tags: exercise, horse, nutrition, protein, energy, fuel, rations.

HorsesLivestockLivestock Health, Disease & NutritionLivestock Nutrition
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