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Information relevant to beef production on manure, animal health, and financial resources.<\/p>\n

Management<\/h3>\n

Beef Production for Small Farmers<\/a><\/strong>\u00a0(pdf)<\/em>
\nThis publication covers three general types of small-scale cattle enterprises: 1) breeding herds, 2) growing and feeding operations, and 3) combinations of growing, feeding, and breeding herds.\u00a0Oregon State University, January 2000<\/em><\/p>\n

Guide to Raising Healthy Beef Cattle<\/a><\/strong>\u00a0(pdf)<\/em>
\nIf you are thinking about raising beef cattle on a small scale, this publication will help you consider key aspects of the operation.\u00a0University of Wisconsin Extension, 2009<\/em><\/p>\n

On-farm Composting of Large Animal Mortalities<\/a><\/strong>\u00a0(pdf)<\/em>
\nThis bulletin provides the necessary information for large animal producers in Washington State to start and maintain a safe and effective on-farm mortality composting system.\u00a0Washington State University, May 2008<\/em><\/p>\n

Livestock Management and Water Quality<\/a><\/strong>\u00a0(pdf)<\/em>
\nThis publication provides livestock owners and managers with techniques to address water quality problems. The information presented emphasizes the effects of pathogens and sediment, the pollutants most commonly associated with livestock.\u00a0Washington State University, May 2008<\/em><\/p>\n

Beef Cow-Calf management Guide<\/a><\/strong>\u00a0(pdf)<\/em>
\nIncludes guidelines for health, nutrition, and reproductive management, with specific recommendations organized into a four-part yearly production cycle: lactation, breeding, and pregnancy; midgestation and weaning; precalving; and calving.\u00a0Oregon State University, April 2004<\/em><\/p><\/blockquote>\n

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Health<\/h3>\n

Cattle Vaccines: Recommendations and Available Products<\/a><\/strong>\u00a0(pdf)<\/em>
\nThis publication is designed as a quick reference guide to commercial cattle vaccines. It is intended as a guide only, and should not be used as a substitute for the instructions and guidelines on the manufacturer\u2019s label and package insert.\u00a0University of Wisconsin Extension, 2004<\/em><\/p>\n

Survey to Assess Parasite and Fly Control Methods Utilized by Washington Beef Cattle Producers<\/a><\/strong>(pdf)<\/em>
\nThis document presents a brief overview of the state\u2019s beef cattle industry, describes the major internal and external parasites\/pests, and reports on the results of our survey.\u00a0Washington State University, October 2006<\/em><\/p>\n

Animal Welfare: Understanding and Addressing Issues Related to the Well-being of Livestock<\/a><\/strong>\u00a0(pdf)<\/em>
\nThis publication provides an overview of the implications of animal welfare issues for livestock producers and how to minimize or avoid practices that compromise animal welfare.\u00a0Oregon State University, March 2003<\/em><\/p>\n

Scours in Beef Calves: Causes and Treatments<\/a><\/strong>\u00a0(pdf)<\/em>
\nScours is the common name for diarrhea in calves, which is characterized by watery feces and increased frequency of bowel movements. This publication describes the signs, problem, and how to prevent.\u00a0Oregon State University, April 2009<\/em><\/p><\/blockquote>\n

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Nutrition<\/h3>\n

Alternative Forage & Fodder Crops<\/a><\/strong>
\nThis website describes the historical use of forage and fodder crops for animal feed and its modern day significance, based on high feed costs. It also provides information and result on research conducted by the WSU Whatcom County Extension office.<\/p>\n

Feed management: A tool for balancing nutrients on dairies and other livestock operations<\/a><\/strong>\u00a0(pdf)<\/em>
\nThis publication suggests ways to improve feed management and avoid overfeeding phosphorus and potassium. Proper ration balancing is good for the environment and the producer\u2019s bottom line.\u00a0Oregon State University, July 2006<\/em><\/p>\n

Livestock Water Management during a Drought<\/a><\/strong>\u00a0(pdf)<\/em>
\nThis publication provides suggestions on how to make the best use of water that is available in order to avoid damaging both animals and range resources.\u00a0Oregon State University, January 2008<\/em><\/p>\n

Haymaking on the Westside<\/a><\/strong>\u00a0(pdf)<\/em>
\nReality indicates good quality hay can be produced on the west side of Washington State with proper knowledge, skills, equipment, storage, and perhaps a bit of luck. Aside from luck, this publication provides insights on the other issues of western Washington hay production.\u00a0Washington State University, April 2001<\/em><\/p>\n

Pastures: Sustainable Management<\/a><\/strong>\u00a0(pdf)<\/em>
\nThis publication addresses numerous aspects of sustainable pasture integration, grazing rotation strategies, and management options. It covers grazing systems, pasture fertility, changes in the plant community through grazing, weed control, and pasture maintenance.\u00a0NCAT Sustainable Agriculture Project, 2006<\/em><\/p>\n

Pasture and Hayland Renovation for Western Washington and Oregon<\/a><\/strong>\u00a0(pdf)<\/em>
\nThis publication is designed to help you achieve successful forage seeding whether you\u2019re a beginning or experienced forage producer.\u00a0Washington State University, 2002<\/em><\/p>\n

Pasture and Grazing Management in the Northwest<\/a><\/strong>\u00a0(pdf)<\/em>
\nThe comprehensive resource is for anyone who manages livestock on pastures in the Northwest; this 208-page book offers pasture managers information and tools to enable their pastures and their livestock to reach their maximum production potentials.\u00a0Pacific Northwest Extension Publication, May 2010<\/em><\/p><\/blockquote>\n

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Financial<\/h3>\n

Livestock Marketing Information Center (LMIC)<\/a><\/strong>
\nThis organization continuously updates forecasts, projections and support material related to market situation and outlook as a cooperative effort between extension specialists, and USDA economists, and industry cooperators.<\/p>\n

How to Direct Market Your Beef<\/a><\/strong>\u00a0(pdf)<\/em>
\nThis publication portrays how one couple used its family\u2019s ranch to launch a profitable, grass-based beef operation focused on direct market sales.\u00a0Sustainable Agriculture Research & Education, 2005<\/em><\/p><\/blockquote>\n

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Additional Resources<\/h3>\n

Washington State University, Veterinary Medicine Extension<\/a><\/strong>
\nWashington State University Veterinary Medicine Extension helps build connections between industry, producers, veterinarians, and students throughout the state of Washington.<\/p>\n

Washington State University Extension: Central Washington Animal Agriculture Team<\/a><\/strong>
\nThis website provides research-based information to Washington livestock producers and natural resource managers to improve their economic status and quality of life while they create a quality product in a sustainable manner.<\/p>\n

eXtension: Resources for and about the Beef Industry<\/a><\/strong>
\nThe Beef Cattle Clearinghouse Community of Practice (CoP) is a national website whose target audiences are producers, extension educators, and clientele with beef cattle interest. The goal of the CoP is to provide on-demand access to unbiased, research-based information via the Internet.<\/p>\n

Healthy Animals, an online compilation of animal health-related research news<\/a><\/strong>
\nPublished each quarter by the Agricultural Research Service (ARS). ARS is the chief scientific agency of the U.S. Department of Agriculture.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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Management<\/h3>\n
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Beef Production for Small Farmers<\/a><\/strong>\u00a0(pdf)<\/em>
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